A shrine incorporating Buddhist elements, dedicated to Kongokai Dainichi Nyorai, representing the diamond realm aspect of the cosmic Buddha. The name 'Daikinrin' refers to the golden wheel, a Buddhist symbol of the dharma and cosmic order.
- Denomination
- Syncretic Buddhist-Shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kongokai Dainichi Nyorai
- Kami enshrined
- Kongokai Dainichi Nyorai
- Coordinates
- 35.1579433, 136.8731106
Visitor tip
This shrine may reflect historical Buddhist-Shinto syncretism, offering insight into Japan's complex religious heritage.
Cultural notes
The golden wheel (kinrin) is a significant Buddhist symbol representing the turning of the dharma wheel and the cosmic order. This shrine represents the historical syncretism between Buddhism and Shinto that was common before the Meiji period separation of the religions.