Zenryuji
📍 Hokkaido, Suttu · 122 Watarashima-cho, Suttu-cho, Suttsu-gun, Hokkaido
📿 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
Legend tells that this temple was founded when a dragon spirit appeared in the Watarashima waters, taking it upon itself to guard the passage of water. For generations, fishermen seeking safe harvests and those grateful for ocean's bounty have upheld this sacred place. The protective grace of the dragon watches over Suttu Bay, bringing calm even when the waves rage fiercely.
Benefits
safe voyageabundant catchprotection from water disasters
