Shoyouin

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 666 Kakimoto-cho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Available

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History

Byakko

Shoyouin Temple, with its name evoking morning sun, brings hope like the dawn. Daily pilgrims receive the blessings of sunlight here, greeting each new day. Even in the darkest night of delusion, beneath these ancient pines, the light of hope never dims.

Benefits

Sunlight blessingDawn protectionHope and light

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