Gokuraku-ji
📍 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi · 2180 Hara, Hatsukaichi
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Gokuraku-ji, named for the Pure Land itself, manifests in Hatsukaichi as a gateway to Amida's paradise. The eternal light of Buddha flows through the stillness of this sacred place, connecting all who come to timeless compassion. Here, one discovers solace and boundless hope.
Benefits
Rebirth in paradiseFulfillment of blessingsProtection from calamity
