Nenbutsu-ji
📍 Nara, Nara · 7 Kangokucho, Nara, Nara
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
Nenbutsu-ji, standing in the heart of Nara, is a spiritual refuge for those following the path of nembutsu. From ancient times to now, countless visitors have come to chant the sacred name of Amida Buddha. What the white fox perceives is the accumulated merit of those voices.
Benefits
Nembutsu practiceInner peacePeaceful rebirth
