Saidai-ji Shio-do
📍 Nara, Nara · 1-1-5 Saidai-ji Shiba-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
📿 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
The Four Kings Hall within Saidai-ji enshrines the Four Great Bodhisattvas, supporting Buddha's teachings from all cardinal directions. These eastern, western, southern, and northern Bodhisattvas work upon the four dimensions of human consciousness, guiding seekers toward balanced enlightenment. Visitors discover the Buddha's light reaching into every corner of their hearts.
Benefits
Four Bodhisattva's blessingUniversal salvationHeart balance
