Joku-in Jinja

📍 Saitama, Higashimatsuyama · 679 Kami-tarugo, Higashimatsuyama-shi, Saitama

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Fee

Direct-write

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Joku-in is an ancient and peaceful temple in Higashimatsuyama. The precincts, enveloped in silence, purify the hearts of visitors and bring them a sense of peace. This temple is said to have benefits for family safety, business prosperity, and exorcism, gathering the deep faith of the local people. I too, drawn by its solemn atmosphere, often visit. In this land where ancient teachings breathe, many people pray for a peaceful life.

Benefits

Family safetyBusiness prosperityExorcism

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