Hounji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 364-1 Shimizu-cho, Kawaramachi-dori Nijo-agaru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Hounji spreads teachings like clouds of dharma throughout Kawaramachi in Nakagyo. It has walked alongside Kyoto's prosperity, welcoming countless seekers of fortune and rebirth. I have witnessed its role as a beacon of good fortune and flourishing success.
Benefits
increase of fortunebusiness prosperitysuccess and advancement