Jissōji
📍 Chiba, Noda City · 2140 Sekiyado-Daida-cho, Noda City, Chiba Prefecture
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Jissōji's name refers to the 'true form' or 'reality' of all existence. Situated in Sekiyado-Daida-cho, this temple has long been a place where seekers confront the fundamental nature of reality. The temple's teachings encourage practitioners to see beyond illusion and perceive the true essence of all things. This pursuit of ultimate reality remains the temple's central mission.
Benefits
Buddha-natureTrue formEnlightenment