Daichuji

📍 Kyoto, Miyazu · 881 Kanaya-dani, Miyazu, Kyoto

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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

A sacred mountain sanctuary bearing the name of the Great Peak. Rising above Kanaya Valley in Tango, it inspires and strengthens practitioners in their spiritual journey. From this elevated sanctuary near the mountaintop, eternal protection has been bestowed upon all who seek ascetic achievement.