Taima-ji (Nakanobo)
📍 Nara, Katsuragi · 1263 Taima, Katsuragi, Nara Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–17:00
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
Taima-ji's Nakanobo serves as a spiritual center for devotees of Amida Buddha and the Pure Land teachings. The miraculous Taima Mandala, created through a woman's devoted wish, has radiated spiritual power for over a thousand years. Pilgrims continue to seek Amida's guidance toward enlightenment and rebirth in the Pure Land.
Benefits
Amida Buddha devotionBirth in Pure LandPure Land recitation