Jogan-ji Temple
📍 Kyoto, Nagaoka-kyo · 4 Jodotani Miyanotani, Nagaoka-kyo, Kyoto
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
A Jodo sect temple resting in the stillness of Nagaoka-kyo, it upholds the teachings of Amida Buddha. Through the ages, it has guided countless devoted followers toward rebirth in paradise.
Benefits
rebirth in Pure LandNembutsu attainmentwarding off evil
