Honsho-ji
📍 Kyoto, Kizugawa · 2-5 Kanaisenen, Kamo-cho, Kizugawa, Kyoto
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Honsho-ji, standing long in Kanaisenen of Kamo-cho, bears a name meaning illumination of the original mind. With deep Pure Land faith, it has guided sincere believers for centuries as a sacred place enveloped in Buddha's light. By the Kizugawa, this temple continues to shine as a place where Buddha's compassion constantly descends and saves suffering beings.
Benefits
Original mindPure awarenessBuddha protection
