Daigomado, Hall for the Goma Fire Ritual (Nikkosan Rinnoji Temple)

Experience a sacred ritual at a World Heritage Site.

This dedicated hall for prayer was constructed in 1998 to fulfill the wishes of many worshippers, making it the foremost Goma prayer hall in Nikko. In this esoteric Buddhist ritual, your prayers are conveyed to the Buddha through sacred fire.

Goma prayers are performed daily and are open to all. They offer various benefits such as domestic tranquility, physical health, and prosperity in business.

In the inner sanctuary of the Great Goma Hall, the principal image is the “Five Great Kings”, surrounded by 30 statues of Buddhas and ancestral masters, including the “Seven Lucky Gods” and the “Twelve Heavenly Generals.” Additionally, on the ceiling, you can find a magnificent painting of a “Great Ascending Dragon” that took two and a half years to complete.

Why not make a wish and participate in this sacred ritual as a memorable part of your journey?

Location Map

Basic Information

Address	2300 Sannai, Nikko-city, Tochigi, Japan
Telephone Number	81-288-54-0531
Website	https://www.rinnoji.or.jp/en/spot/04.html
Business Hours	April - October : 8:00 (gates open) – 17:00 (gates close) November - March : 8:00 (gates open) – 16:00 (gates close) Visitors cannot enter temple grounds later than 30 minutes before closing time. Goma Prayer Times : 7:30～, 9:30～, 11:00～, 12:30～, 14:00～ (If you wish to attend, please register at least 10 minutes in advance.)
Price	3,000～100,000 yen The items to be awarded vary depending on the prayer fee. Prices as of August 2024.
DIRECTIONS	・10 minutes by bus from JR or Tobu Nikko Station, get off at “Yasukawa-cho” and walk 10 minutes. ・30 minutes walk from Tobu Nikko Station.

Nikko Area

The Nikko area, in the northwestern part of the prefecture, is particularly mountainous. In the midst of the rich nature, including the 2,486-meter-high volcano Mt. Nantai, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls, there are numerous shrines and temples that are registered as UNESCO Cultural Heritage sites. From Kinugawa Onsen to Kawaji Onsen, hot springs can also be found throughout the area. There are a wide range of outdoor activities to enjoy as well, such as stand-up paddleboarding in the summer and snowshoeing in the winter.