Manjuji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 786 Honcho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
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
Ten thousand years of blessing means endless happiness spanning countless generations. Positioned in Higashiyama's Honcho, this temple has prayed since ancient times for joy to continue eternally. The white fox feels renewed vitality each time visiting this sacred ground. The power of prayer transcending time itself fills this holy place. Traditions passed through generations continue shining brightly, undiminished across the ages.
Benefits
Eternal blessingLongevity prayerPerpetual happiness