Jitsukoji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 132 Minami-nakano-tsubo-cho, Kamitobi-minami, Minami Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
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
Jitsukoji Temple glows with the luminous grace of Amida Buddha in southern Kyoto. Countless pilgrims have sought birth in the Pure Land within these hallowed walls. The temple stands as an eternal beacon for those seeking liberation from the cycle of suffering and rebirth into paradise.
Benefits
Birth in Pure LandAmida Buddha devotionBuddhahood