Koshoji

📍 Kyoto, Uji · 27-1 Ujiyamada, Uji, Kyoto

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Hours

8:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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History

Byakko

Standing by the Uji River, this Zen temple mirrors eternal truth like the moon reflected in an ancient pond. Through ages of practice, countless monks have cleansed their hearts and attained enlightenment beneath these halls. The spirit of wabi-sabi—finding beauty in simplicity and impermanence—permeates this ground. All who visit discover their authentic nature reflected in the temple's profound stillness.

Benefits

spiritual achievementZen enlightenmentwholeness

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