Tenouji

📍 Kyoto, Ayabe · 116 Matsubara, Obata Town, Ayabe City

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Hours

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Protected by the mighty power of the pestilence-vanquishing Gozu Tenno, this temple shields against illness. Throughout ancient times, while plagues claimed countless lives, this sacred place maintained its powerful barrier. Those seeking health find salvation in the god's radiance.

Benefits

Gozu Tenno faithplague preventioncalamity removal

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