Ankokuji Temple
📍 Kyoto, Ayabe · Tera no Dan, Ankokuji-cho, Ayabe City, Kyoto
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Ankokuji Temple, nestled in Ayabe, carries the ancient mission of praying for national peace and the welfare of all people. The temple stands as a living monument to the ideals of stability and harmony that have guided Japanese spiritual culture for centuries. Through periods of turbulence and tranquility alike, this temple has remained steadfast in its devotion. Its continued prayers resonate with the hopes of all who seek peace and security in an uncertain world.
Benefits
National protectionPeace prayerAnkoku faith