Oiwake Jizoson
📍 Tochigi, Nikko · 117, Imaichi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
Oiwake Jizoson, located in Imaichi, Nikko City, is a Jizo Bosatsu (Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva) that has watched over the safety of travelers since ancient times. Oiwake refers to a place where roads diverge, and many people visited to pray for safe journeys. Jizo Bosatsu is believed to bring benefits for children's growth and the fulfillment of wishes, and continues to attract the faith of many people today. With warm eyes, it listens to the wishes of those who visit.
Benefits
Safe travelFulfillment of wishesChildren's growth
