Daishoji
📍 Kyoto, Maizuru · 970 Kita Suii, Maizuru City
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
In Maizuru's ancient harbor town stands this temple bearing the name of Great Holiness. Countless seekers have visited these grounds to purify their hearts in search of ultimate truth. The white fox feels the yearning for sacred wisdom even in the wind that blows here. Echoing with the sounds of Kita Suii's sea, the teachings of Great Holiness continue to resonate through time.
Benefits
Great holinessPath to enlightenmentTruth realization
