Todai-ji (Fudo-do)
📍 Nara, Nara · 406-1 Zashicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:30
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
The Fudo-do at Todai-ji enshrines Fudo Myoo, the Immovable Wisdom King wreathed in sacred fire. This sanctuary represents the compassion that protects the righteous while subduing evil. Pilgrims seeking purification and divine protection continue to visit, drawing strength from the fierce yet compassionate nature of this enlightened being.
Benefits
Fudo Myoo devotionCalamity protectionEvil expulsion
