Koutauin
📍 Oita, Bungo Takada Shiro-mae 156-1 · Bungo Takada
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Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Koutauin stands in Shiro-mae, Bungo Takada. This temple occupies an important position within the Roku-go Manzan culture sphere of the Kunisaki Peninsula. As the name 'Koutaa' suggests, it is believed that a magnificent pagoda once stood here, and it flourished as a center of Buddhist culture. Influenced by the mountain Buddhism unique to the Kunisaki Peninsula, it has long been cherished as a spiritual pillar for local people. Visitors come to this sacred place seeking peace of mind, feeling the weight of history told by stone Buddhas and ancient structures.
Benefits
fulfillment of wishesacademic successfamily safetyprotection from calamityprosperity and good fortunepeace of mindancestor veneration