Saimyo-ji
📍 Tochigi, Mashiko · Mashiko 4469, Haga-gun Mashiko-machi, 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 Saimyo-ji is an ancient temple located in the nature-rich town of Mashiko. It has a quiet and calm atmosphere, providing peace to visitors. It is said to have benefits rooted in people's lives, such as good luck, warding off evil, family safety, and academic success. Historic halls and pagodas are scattered throughout the precincts, making it ideal for a leisurely stroll. Here, many people offer their prayers with a quiet heart.
Benefits
Good luck and warding off evilFamily safetyAcademic success
