Dairiniji
📍 Ibaraki, Yuki · 1139 Yuki, Yuki-shi, Ibaraki
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This ancient temple in Yuki is renowned for its deep Pure Land faith. When I visited, I could hear the clear and pure sound of nembutsu echoing from the depths of the main hall. For centuries, this dharma voice has resonated unchanged.
Benefits
Nembutsu rebirthPure Land teachingAmitabha faith