Shakunyo _

Background

Shakunyo was born on April 25, 1350 in Japan.

Career

He succeeded Zennyo, the fourth Chief Abbot (1390) but soon resigned in favor of his eldest son, Gyonyo.

He went to Etchu Province (Toyama Prefecture) and built the Zuisenji Temple. The temple is now called the Inami Branch Temple of the Honganji.

Connections

Son:

Gyōnyo

Grandson:

Zonnyo