Awashimado Sotoku-ji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 124 Sangentame-cho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
10:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Known as Awashimado, this venerable temple has long served as a guardian of women's rites of passage and life milestones. Generations of women have sought its blessings for happiness, health, and successful transitions to new phases of life. The temple's compassionate focus on women's welfare continues to resonate with visitors seeking spiritual support and divine protection for their life's journey.
Benefits
Women's coming of ageProtection of womenBlessed life
