Chohoji (Rokkakudo)
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Rokkaku-dori, Toin-ji Nishi-iru, Chuo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
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Hours
9:00–16:00
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
This hexagonal hall rising from the heart of Kyoto has long received the devoted faith of merchants as their guardian deity. The Kannon Bodhisattva enshrined within receives the wishes of each visitor with countless compassionate hands. The hexagonal form symbolizes infinite harmony, bringing blessings not only to commerce but also to love and human relationships, guiding all toward peace.
Benefits
Business prosperityWish fulfillmentLove and marriage
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