Shakuzen-in Temple
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 14 Shogouin Nakacho, 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, Shakuzen-in teaches the importance of accumulating good deeds. Located near Shogouin Monzeki, it has long received strong faith in the Pure Land sect. It teaches how daily small acts of goodness eventually become great blessings. Visitors come seeking mental clarity.
Benefits
Virtue of accumulated goodnessComplete fortuneCultivation of merit
