Chojuin
📍 Shiga, Furusawa-cho 1100 · Hikone
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
A historic temple standing quietly in the Hikone area. Beloved by local people and cherished as a place of faith throughout the ages. The grounds contain ancient stone Buddhist statues and memorial towers, bearing witness to the deep faith of those who came before. Beautiful flowers bloom with each season, enveloping visitors in a warm atmosphere that soothes the heart.
Benefits
Long and healthy lifeFamily safety and harmonyFulfillment of wishesAncestral venerationProtection from misfortuneGood fortune and blessings
