Genpin-an

📍 Nara, Sakurai · 377 Chihara, Sakurai, Nara 633-0031, Japan

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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

Genpin-an, a sanctuary for deep meditation in perfect silence, has shone its light since ancient times. In Chihara, I have watched countless ascetics face the true nature of their hearts within this profound stillness. The power to guide toward perfect emptiness of mind dwells eternally here.