Takusouin

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 103-2 Tanaka Monzen-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

The Hall of Polished Spirit stands before the gates of Sakyo. Its light shines through centuries of discipline and refinement. The voices of ancient sutras continue to resound, nourishing the hearts of all who visit this sacred sanctuary of practice.