Fukuo-ji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 71 Kami Hanayama Kodacho, Yamashina Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
📿 Goshuin Info
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
Located in Kami Hanayama Kodacho, Yamashina Ward, Fukuo-ji is revered as a place where blessings respond to sincere wishes. The temple's name embodies its spiritual mission—manifesting the desires and hopes of all who seek its divine grace. Visitors experience the transformation of earnest prayer into tangible good fortune and increasing happiness.
Benefits
Blessing manifestationWish realizationHappiness increase