Chojiji
📍 Tottori, Kurayoshi City · 2960 Nakanoncho
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
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
Chojiji, located in Kurayoshi City, is an ancient temple known for the compassionate protection of Kannon. The name 'Choji' indicates its connection to Chojiji in Nara and has been cherished as a sacred site of Kannon faith by many pilgrims. Through the infinite compassion of Kannon, this temple with miraculous efficacy has gathered the faith of local people since ancient times by removing suffering and granting wishes. It is particularly famous for kindly hearing the wishes of women, and many who seek inner peace visit the temple.
Benefits
Kannon's protectionHealing from illnessSafe childbirthChildren and fertility blessingsProtection from misfortuneFulfillment of wishesHousehold safety
