Buddhist temple
Sōgan-ji
總願寺（そうがんじ）
Kazo, Saitama Prefecture
A temple in Fudōoka, Kazo, familiar by the name Fudōgaoka Fudōson. It enshrines Fudō Myōō as its principal image and is counted among the three great Fudō of the Kantō region.
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: Fudō Myōō
History and things to know
According to the temple's engi, the statue of Fudō Myōō that is its principal image is said to have been carved by Chishō Daishi Enchin. The official guide explains that since before the early modern period shugenja (mountain ascetics) were deeply involved in the faith of this temple, and that confraternities (kō) of its followers were formed widely, from the shitamachi of Edo to Shimōsa.
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)
- 總願寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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