Jisaiiin
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 66 Manonomababa-cho, Tenryuji, Saga, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Standing beside Tenryuji in Saga, Jisaiiin continues to transmit the ancient light of compassion. Surrounded by bamboo groves, this place gathers those seeking the Buddha's mercy. I have long witnessed the blossoming of compassionate hearts within these sacred grounds.
Benefits
manifestation of compassionfulfillment of salvationincrease of mercy