Shakubu-ji Temple
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 26 Fukakusa Sekihozeji Yammacho, Fushimi 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
The temple hall houses five hundred Arhat statues, whose protection is immeasurable. Enshrined in the mountain village of Fukakusa, the five hundred Arhats gently watch over visitors. Legend tells of how they protected Kyoto from fire and flood, and faith remains unchanged. Those facing hardship receive the wisdom of the Arhats here.
Benefits
Protection of 500 ArhatsDisaster protectionSpiritual freedom
