Gyoku-zo-ji Jinja
📍 Saitama, Honjo · 196 Kodama, Kodama-cho, Honjo-shi, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Gyoku-zo-ji is an ancient and peaceful temple in Kodama. The precincts, surrounded by lush nature, heal the hearts of visitors and bring them a sense of peace. This temple is said to have benefits for family safety, business prosperity, and academic success, gathering the deep faith of the local people. Every time I feel its pure air, I feel as if my heart is being cleansed. In this land where ancient teachings breathe, many people pray for a peaceful life.
Benefits
Family safetyBusiness prosperityAcademic success