Shinteritera
📍 Kochi, Kochi Prefecture · 2652 Murotsu, Muroto City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
7:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Shinteritera is a renowned seaside temple located in Murotsu, Muroto City, known as the twenty-fifth station of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temples pilgrimage route. As its name suggests, it is situated facing a beautiful inlet, and has long drawn the faith of those praying for maritime safety and the prosperity of the fishing industry. While viewing the majestic Pacific Ocean, visitors can receive peace of mind carried on the salty sea breeze. As a guardian deity of the sea, it is beloved by fishermen and those whose lives are connected to the sea, as well as by many pilgrims seeking safety on life's voyage.
Benefits
maritime safetygood catch of fishtravel safetywish fulfillmentwarding off evilopening luck and fortune