Kannon-ji
📍 Nagasaki, Nagasaki · Motokawachi-cho, Nagasaki
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About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
A temple enshrining Kannon located in Motokawachi-cho, Nagasaki. As a sacred site that has long been believed in for saving people suffering from affliction through the compassion of Kannon Bodhisattva, it has received enduring faith. Located within a quiet residential area, it is a place where one can set aside the clamor of daily life and visit in peaceful contemplation. Through the infinite compassion of Kannon, all troubles and sufferings are accepted and peace of mind is bestowed. In particular, it is said to have profound blessings especially for the protection of women and children, and it has gathered the faith of people wishing for family happiness.
Benefits
healing from illnesshousehold safetychild-rearing safetypeace of mindprotection from misfortuneromantic connections