Otaniji

📍 Kyoto, Miyazu · 37-38 Ogaki, Miyazu City, Kyoto

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Otaniji, enshrined in the valleys of Miyazu, preserves the ancient faith of Tango region. The sound of dharma echoing through deep valleys has touched the hearts of pilgrims for countless centuries. I have long guarded this sacred place in the north.