Kaiin-ji Jakusho-in
📍 Kyoto, Nagaokakyo · 31 Okukainji Myojinmae, Nagaokakyo, Kyoto
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Jakusho-in in Okukainji practices learning the ocean-like vast and deep imprint of heart. Practicing the teaching that truth hides within silence, many monks have honed their minds here. Standing before the shrine, this temple brings silence and depth like the ocean to visitors, transmitting teachings of effortless naturalness. This is a sanctuary where the true printed heart glows quietly.
Benefits
Silence wisdomMind purificationSeal teachings