Jitsuseiuin
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Myōkenshi Maecho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City
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Hours
10:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Jitsuseiuin stands beside Myōkenshi, where the light of Myōhō similarly fills this place. The profound teachings of the Lotus Sutra flourish here, and generations of believers have experienced Myōhō's power. Within this sacred place before Myōkenshi's gates, the miraculous power of the Lotus Sutra commands deep reverence. The light of Myōhō has shone without ceasing from ancient times to the present day.
Benefits
Lotus Sutra faithMyōhō protectionwish fulfillment
