Inaba-do

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 728 Inabado-cho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Affectionately known as Inaba-do, Heibyo-ji is a sacred sanctuary in Kyoto's Shimogyo district renowned for healing eye afflictions. With Yakushi Nyorai as its principal deity, it has welcomed countless pilgrims since ancient times—the blind and those suffering eye diseases—seeking the restoration of light through fervent prayer. The healing prayers offered since the Heian period transcend time itself, continuing to bring hope to all who suffer today. Within the bustling streets of Kyoto's commercial heart, this quiet haven for those seeking vision's return stands as a sanctuary where footsteps never cease, and where the Buddha of Inaba-do perpetually radiates compassionate illumination.

Benefits

Healing of eye diseasesRestoration of visionBlessing of light

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