Shojuin
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture · 149 Okayamada Kawakamigumi, Ujitawara-cho, Tsuge-gun, Kyoto
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Hours
8:30–17:00
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
High in the mountains of Ujitawara, this temple captures hearts through its distinctive heart-shaped window. Thousands of visitors have gazed through this portal, contemplating their deepest wishes and eternal connections. The Five Hundred Arhat sculptures offer silent wisdom, while the compassionate Bodhisattva blesses all who seek love's fulfillment and life's meaningful purpose.
Benefits
matchmakingwish fulfillmentlove
