Buddhist temple
Shōjō-ji
清浄寺（しょうじょうじ）
Yoshikawa, Saitama Prefecture
A temple of the Jōdo Shinshū Honganji-ha in Kiuri, Yoshikawa, with the mountain name 楠井山. In its main hall are a statue of Amida Nyorai and a seated statue of Shinran Shōnin called "Omuku-sama."
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
In the main hall: a statue of Amida Nyorai and a seated statue of Shinran Shōnin (Omuku-sama)
History and things to know
According to the temple's guide, it began in Kōchō 1 (1261) when Sainen, a disciple of Shinran, opened Saikō-in at 木売川戸, and this is regarded as the present Shōjō-ji. The statue is called "Omuku-sama" from the tradition that a statue of Shinran Shōnin, buried in front of the gate during a time of war, was later dug up, and the pond left at that spot still remains in front of the gate.
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)
- 清浄寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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