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📍 Kyoto, 京都市 · kyoutoshi higashiyama ku ringe machi 4 0 0

About

Mountain 華頂山
Sect 浄土宗
Principal 法然上人像(御影堂)、阿弥陀如来像(阿弥陀堂)
Founded 1234年(文暦元年)
Founder 法然(開山)
Heritage 三門(国宝)、御影堂(国宝)

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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History

Byakko

As the head temple of the Pure Land school, this sanctuary with its towering main gate spreads the vow of Amitabha Buddha far and wide. Since ancient times, countless nembutsu practitioners have gathered here, their voices calling upon Amitabha Buddha ceaseless. Pilgrims' hearts are embraced by the profound silence of this sacred place, deepening their sincere aspiration for Pure Land rebirth.

Benefits

Birth through nembutsuPure Land rebirthPure Land aspiration

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Tips

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Access

市バス「知恩院前」下車徒歩5分、地下鉄東山駅から徒歩10分でアクセスできます。山内駐車場は原則利用不可のため、公共交通機関の利用が推奨されています。

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