Enryakuji Yokawa Chuodo Hall
📍 Shiga, Otsu · 4225 Sakamoto Honcho, Otsu, Shiga
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
A central hall situated in Yokawa, representing the deepest practice grounds of Enryakuji Temple. Many venerable monks have entered profound meditation within these walls, experiencing the blissful state of samadhi. Within the silence dwells light, and within that light lies the true nature of all existence.
Benefits
Ultimate meditationMeditative attainmentSamadhi state
