Sanfuku-ji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 463 Showanji-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
📿 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, Sanfuku-ji brings the triple blessing to all who visit. The blessings of this world, the next world, and inner peace all converge here. Throughout its history, countless pilgrims have received these three blessings and embarked on happy, fulfilled lives. In Showanji district, seekers of good fortune never cease to arrive at this sacred threshold.
Benefits
Triple blessingGood fortuneAuspicious destiny