Daiokaiji

📍 Shiga, Koka · Kyomachi, Minakuchi-cho, Koka, Shiga

Post Goshuin Post Visit

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

—

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920

EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken

RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)

FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)

HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/

History

Daiokaiji in Koka's Minakuchi conveys the teachings of Nichiren. Its name bears the character 'Dai' (great) symbolizing the vast Buddha-nature within all beings. The Lotus Sutra reveals profound truth; those who pray here awaken the Buddha-nature dormant in their souls. Through sincere practice, visitors discover their inner Buddha. The prayers here represent not merely wishes but a vow to become Buddha oneself. The goshuin marks this sacred awakening.