Ganjoji
📍 Ibaraki, Takahagi · 106 Akahama, Takahagi City, Ibaraki Prefecture
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Ganjoji is a temple quietly situated in Akahama, Takahagi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. For a long time, it has gathered the faith of local people and is believed to grant wishes such as family safety, business prosperity, and academic success. The precincts, surrounded by lush greenery, heal the hearts of visitors. By offering prayers with all your heart in the silence, your daily efforts will bear fruit and bring good fortune. We hope you will face yourself with a peaceful mind in this place.
Benefits
Family SafetyBusiness ProsperityAcademic Success