Gosen-ji

📍 Kyoto, Ayabe · 25 Gosen-cho, Ayabe, 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

Built beside the clear spring waters flowing in Gosen, this temple has long centered its faith on the sanctity of water. The pure waters welling from five springs cleanse body and spirit, possessing power to dispel negative energy. Embraced by the mountains of Ayabe, this place where nature's bounty and Buddha's compassion unite has gathered people's devotion for centuries.