Banshū Kiyomizu-dera

📍 Hyogo, Hyogo Prefecture · Kato

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

8:00–17:00

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

This ancient temple, nestled in the mountains of Harima, is known as a sacred site blessed with pure spring water. True to its name, the shrine grounds where clear water springs forth have long been cherished by many pilgrims seeking purification of body and spirit. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains, this sanctuary has served as a center of Kannon worship for centuries. It draws faith from those seeking the blessings of water and the compassion of Kannon, offering spiritual peace as a place of healing.

Benefits

purification of body and spirithealing from illnessKannon faithwarding off evilfamily safetyfulfillment of wishes

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