Buddhist temple
Jion-ji
慈恩寺（じおんじ）
Gujō, Gifu Prefecture
A Zen temple of the Myōshin-ji school of the Rinzai sect in Gujō Hachiman, formally named Jion Gokoku Zenji, with Shaka Nyorai as its principal image. It is also known for prayers offered to Yakushi Nyorai.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Shaka Nyorai
History and things to know
According to the temple's tradition, it was opened in Keichō 11 (1606) with Endō Yoshitaka, lord of Hachiman Castle, as founder, welcoming 半山紹碩, a leading disciple of Nanka Genkō of Myōshin-ji. In Genbun 3 (1738) it was granted the title “Gokoku” and an imperial plaque; after the hillside behind it collapsed in heavy rains in Meiji 26 and buried much of the temple complex, the main hall and the shoin (study hall) were rebuilt in Meiji 29.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 慈恩寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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