Hakurenji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Yamashina Ward, Kyoto City
📿 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
White Lotus Temple embodies purity like the pristine white lotus. Nestled deep in Yamashina, it welcomes those maintaining spotless aspirations amid worldly turbulence. When I observe pilgrims here, I see them shine like white lotus flowers rising unblemished from muddy waters. Standing near the old Tokaido, this temple serves as a beacon of purity in a harsh world.
Benefits
White lotus purityPure aspirationChastity blessing
