Okamoto-ji

📍 Nara, Asuka · 1190 Oka, Asuka, Takaichi, Nara

Post Goshuin Post Visit

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

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Available

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Okamoto-ji, nestled in the historic Asuka region fragrant with ancient memory, still resonates with the prayers of monks of old. To step into this temple's grounds is to feel as though time itself has paused. What the white fox perceives is the weight of history and the ever-blossoming faith that fills this sacred place.