Zenoji

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 34 Senshuji Mountain-nai-cho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City

Post Goshuin Post Visit

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:30

Fee

—

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

📍 Open in Google Maps

Suggest correction (edit in app)

About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Nestled within the Senshuji temple complex, Zenoji stands as a sacred place where devotees offer their prayers before the Buddha's footprints. Throughout the centuries, this temple has fulfilled the deepest wishes of countless pilgrims. The presence of the Buddha's imprint connects visitors to enlightenment and spiritual awakening.