Koshuji
📍 Saitama, Iruma · 1511 Hotoke, Iruma, Saitama Prefecture
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
The character 'Ko' in Koshuji indicates the high path of Buddhist teachings. Standing in Hotoke, Iruma, this temple is a sacred place revered by ancient practitioners. Those seeking the righteous path and those wishing to escape life's confusion have sought salvation here through generations—its guidance continues eternally.
Benefits
Evil ward-offGood fortuneBuddhist prosperity
