Henshouin
📍 Chiba, Noda City · 745 Kinozaki, Noda City, Chiba Prefecture
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Henshouin, whose name means 'universal illumination,' stands as a beacon of spiritual light in Noda. The temple has historically served to guide seekers through the darkness of ignorance toward the brightness of enlightenment. Every corner of the grounds radiates an atmosphere of clarity and wisdom. This temple reminds all visitors that the light of truth shines equally on all beings.
Benefits
Universal illuminationGuiding lightIllumination of all
