Special Goshuin for Mar.–Apr. “Dragon and Cherry Blossoms in Spring Mist”

Message Behind This Goshuin...

You may select your desired blessing:

・Financial Prosperity

・Good Fortune & Protection from Misfortune

・Wish Fulfillment

・Family Safety

・Good Health

 Each goshuin is carefully handwritten one by one.

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In March and April, gentle spring light begins to shine.
Beneath a sky veiled in soft spring mist, the Dragon soars calmly through the heavens,
while cherry blossoms in full bloom quietly reflect the passing moment.

The sight of cherry blossoms blooming after enduring the harsh winter
reminds us of awakening that comes after patience,
bringing new awareness to our hearts as well.

“Dragon and Cherry Blossoms in Spring Mist”
gently steadies hearts that waver amid the changing days,
and, under the bond with the Buddha, guides us toward a peaceful path.

As you feel the fleeting beauty in the falling petals,
may you welcome a fruitful spring with a moment of prayer in gassho (palms together).

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Dragon Seal

The dragon, revered since ancient times as a guardian deity,
carries the power to ward off misfortune and bring peace of mind.

Inscription “Fugen Bosatsu”

Fugen Bosatsu (Samantabhadra) guides people with wisdom and compassion,
bringing inner peace.

With this inscription, we pray you receive purity of heart and daily tranquility.

Sanskrit Seal “An”

Perfect as a Gift

Recommended as a meaningful gift for family and friends.
As the goshuin includes the application date, it is also cherished for birthdays and celebrations.

Goshuin is a way to connect with gods and Buddhas

The red seal is a handprint to paradise

The origin of goshuin is said to date back to the Heian period.
The origin of the goshuin is said to be that at that time, temples would give them to worshippers as proof that they had dedicated a sutra (a copy of a sutra).
The goshuin stamps are stamped with the name of the temple and the seal of the principal image, and are treasured as a memento of worship and proof of faith.

The goshuincho is also said to be a "handprint to paradise."
It is said that if you show your goshuin at Enma's judgment hall, you will be able to pray for going to paradise.

For this reason, in some areas, when a person dies, a goshuincho (stamp book) is placed in the coffin.

Is there any blessing to mailing it?

The goshuin stamps you receive by mail also reflect your own faith.

Of course, it's best to actually visit the shrine.
However, there are some people who find it difficult to come due to various circumstances.

In such cases, you can deepen your connection with the gods and Buddhas even if you are far away by applying for a goshuin by mail.
When you receive a goshuin stamp that has been written with love at a temple or shrine, it is important to offer a prayer in your heart.

It is not the goshuin itself that brings good fortune, but the heart that offers prayer that brings good fortune.

Continuing from the Edo period Like a substitute

A daisan is when someone visits a shrine or temple on behalf of someone who is unable to make the pilgrimage due to old age, illness, or busy schedule.
This tradition has continued since the Edo period.

The same applies to receiving a goshuin by mail.
At Jyoraku-ji Temple, the head priest and all the staff will pray wholeheartedly for those who are unable to visit, so please rest assured.

With the head priest!
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