Hozouji
📍 Ibaraki, Mito · 633 Yatamachi, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
This ancient Mito temple is a sanctuary where the profound teachings of esoteric Buddhism are preserved. I have visited at night and felt its deep meditative state. The sacred fire offerings possess power that could even purify my fox's tail.
Benefits
Acala protectionSuffering removalPractice sanctuary
