Tokeioji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 500 Gion-cho Minami-gawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
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
Tokeioji Temple shapes the landscape south of Gion, preserving the spirit of ancient Kyoto's flower districts. Those seeking the heights of beauty and art refine their souls here. Kyoto's very essence deepens before this temple, reflecting eternally in pilgrims' hearts.
Benefits
Kyoto protectionArtistic advancementBeauty symbol
