Daruma-ji
📍 Nara, Oji · 2-1-40 Honcho, Oji Town, Kitakatsuragi District, 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
Daruma-ji embodies the teachings of Bodhidharma, the patriarch who crossed the seas to plant the seeds of enlightenment in distant lands. Like the silent sage who faced the wall in meditation, this temple teaches the power of unwavering determination and detachment from worldly desires. Those who visit find strength to face life's trials without losing sight of their deepest purpose, drawing inspiration from the legend of one-eyed resolve that transcends physical limitation.
Benefits
misfortune avoidancegood fortunegood health