Jojoji Temple
📍 Shiga, Konan · 1013 Mikumo, Konan City, Shiga Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
Standing in Konan, Jojoji Temple has long nourished the faith of countless followers as a center of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism. In this region where the teachings of Shinran Shonin take deep root, the temple has endured many hardships while steadfastly preserving its sacred mission. The deep devotion of its pilgrims speaks to the profound beauty and resilience of the human spirit guided by Pure Land faith.
Benefits
Jodo Shinshu faithPure Land aspirationTathagata protection