Ido Raikoji

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 5 Matsuo Ido-cho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto

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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

Known as the Purple Cloud Temple, this ancient sanctuary rests serenely in the Matsuo district. Compassion descends like purple clouds upon all who seek solace here. Deep within western Kyoto, this hallowed place has been faithfully protected through endless time.