Yogenji
📍 Tochigi, Ashikaga · 155 Itakura-cho, Ashikaga, Tochigi
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Known as Yogenzenaji, Yogenji is an ancient hall nurturing Zen teachings. Situated in Itakura-cho, this temple quietly guides practitioners toward inner illumination. It has opened many gates of enlightenment for those walking the Zen path.
Benefits
Nourishing virtueZen wisdom
