Gioniji
📍 Ibaraki, Mito · 11-69 Hachimancho, 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 temple, a branch shrine of Yasaka Shrine, brings Susanoo-no-Mikoto's power to Mito. Since ancient times of plague, countless people have knelt before this shrine seeking its protection. Even now, it remains crowded with worshippers during seasonal transitions.
Benefits
Plague preventionCalamity removalHeavenly protection
