Henjo-in
📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 3-382 Ko-yasu-dori, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This Henjo-in is a temple quietly standing in the land of Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama City. It is said to offer benefits such as family safety, the fulfillment of wishes, and recovery from illness, praying for people's healthy lives and happiness. The tranquil atmosphere of the precincts offers solace to visitors. I too am drawn to the warm aura of this temple and visit often. It is a historic temple where the prayers of many people have been offered since ancient times.
Benefits
Family safetyFulfillment of wishesRecovery from illness