Hoon-ji Temple

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 579 Ibacho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Located in Kamigyo, Hoon-ji Temple nurtures the beautiful virtue of gratitude and reciprocal kindness. The temple stands as a gathering place for hearts seeking to repay the kindness and blessings they have received. Generations have come here to deepen their understanding of interconnectedness and to renew their commitment to compassion. The spiritual power of grateful hearts resonates throughout this sacred space, creating an atmosphere of profound appreciation and mutual respect.

Benefits

Gratitude repaymentBlessing acceptanceThanksgiving prayer

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