Byakko-ji

📍 Nara, Nara · 392 Byakko-ji-cho, Nara, Nara Prefecture

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

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

History

Byakko

White Hao-ji enshrines a secret statue of the Eleven-faced Avalokiteshvara hidden within sacred mountains. This hidden Buddha has been the object of fervent devotion for centuries, as pilgrims seek transformation of their fate. The mysterious power radiating from this sanctuary continues to guide devoted believers toward enlightenment.

Benefits

Eleven-faced AvalokiteshvaraSecret BuddhaFate transformation

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