Soso-ji
📍 Tochigi, Sano · Kanai Kami-cho 2233, Sano-shi, Tochigi
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This Soso-ji has long been known as the 'Sano Yakuyoke Daishi' (Sano Evil-Averting Great Master). It is famous for its benefit of warding off evil, and many people visit during their unlucky years. The precincts have a magnificent main hall, allowing prayers to be offered in a quiet and calm atmosphere. It is also said to offer benefits such as academic success and business prosperity, responding to a wide range of wishes. Here, many people offer their prayers with peace of mind.
Benefits
Good luck and warding off evilAcademic successBusiness prosperity
