Hotoku-ji
📍 Nara, Nara · 445 Yagiu-shimomachi, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
📿 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
Hotoku-ji, an ancient Zen temple cradled in the mountain valleys of Yagiu-shimo-machi, has been revered by those seeking the path of practice. This place I have watched, enveloped in silence, continues to guide the hearts of visitors toward deep meditation. This ancient temple where Zen teachings continue to shine serves as a training hall for countless spiritual seekers.
Benefits
Virtue increaseHeart purificationPractice attainment
