Seiren-ji Jinja
📍 Gunma, Kiryu · 1-10-11 Nishi-kugata-cho, Kiryu-shi, Gunma
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Seiren-ji is a temple loved by the community, located in a quiet residential area of Kiryu City. It is said to grant benefits of academic success and prayers for passing exams, attracting many students and their guardians. The calm atmosphere of the precincts gently watches over those who study diligently. This temple is believed to support people's intellectual curiosity and grant them strength to achieve their goals.
Benefits
Academic successPrayer for passing exams