Zenjoji Temple
📍 Kyoto, Uji Tawara · 100 Zenjoji Sho, Uji Tawara Town, Tsugiki County, Kyoto 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
True to its name, it is a place of deep Zen meditation practice. Surrounded by mountains of Tsugiki County, it is a sacred place removed from worldly noise. Monks strive daily here, seeking the state of no-mind. Visitors naturally find their hearts filled with tranquility.
Benefits
Zen meditationMental peaceEnlightened mind
