Daizenji

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City

📿 Goshuin Info

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

Great gradual progress—this follows the slow and steady path toward enlightenment. Rooted in Nichiren Buddhist teachings, this temple watches over each pilgrim as they take step by step along the way to wisdom. In Higashiyama, it raises the light of the Lotus Sutra, cultivating faith through both stern discipline and gentle guidance. I have witnessed the faces of pilgrims gradually brighten here, their hearts polished by sincere practice day by day.

Benefits

Gradual enlightenmentPerseveranceSteadfast practice

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