Sengen'in (Busshōin)
📍 Kanagawa, Hadano · 957-13 Minoge, Hadano, Kanagawa
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 nestles in the mountains of Hadano, serving as a sacred site where the power of Fudō Myōō is deeply revered. For centuries, it has been a training ground where practitioners sharpen both body and spirit through rigorous discipline. Following the teachings of Shingon Buddhism, this temple has guided countless devotees along the path of enlightenment. Today, it continues its tradition as a place for meditation and ascetic practice, welcoming seekers from all walks of life.
Benefits
Completion of strict trainingProtection of Fudō MyōōMind and body discipline