Saishōuin
📍 Tochigi, Nasu-machi · 2870 Ashino, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Standing in the Ashino district of Nasu, Saishōuin is known as a temple guiding followers to the most excellent path. This temple has quietly watched over those climbing the steps of practice one by one. Though the path to supreme enlightenment is steep, with this temple's guidance, one will surely attain the desired state.
Benefits
Good fortuneSafeguardSpiritual cultivation
