Hosen-ji
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 311 Okubarayama-da-cho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–17:00
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
Located in the Okubarayama area of Nishikyo Ward, Hosen-ji has long been treasured as a place of spiritual purification and divine blessing. The temple derives its name from the concept of Buddhist teachings flowing like a pure spring, bringing clarity and good fortune to visitors. Through generations, people have sought cleansing of body and spirit within its peaceful sanctuary.
Benefits
Spiritual blessingPurificationFortune attraction