Touzenjim
📍 Gifu, Ena · Ooi-cho 354, Ena City, Gifu Prefecture
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Touzenjim in Ena symbolizes the dawn breaking upon Zen practice. Bathed in light from the east, pilgrims' hearts are renewed with each sunrise. Eastern Zen brings the promise of dawn to all, offering every seeker a fresh start and path toward awakening.
Benefits
eastern zenmorning freshnessnew beginning
