Ryūkōin
📍 Chiba, Kashiwa City · 424 Iwai, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture
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Hours
9:00–16:30
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
Ryūkōin represents the dragon ascending to heaven while radiating brilliant light. In Iwai, Kashiwa, the temple guides seekers toward higher spiritual realms and greater illumination. The image of the ascending dragon inspires visitors to rise above their limitations and obstacles. The temple teaches that through sincere practice, each individual can embody this upward-soaring, light-giving power.
Benefits
Dragon's radianceAscensionHeavenly power
