Zenkai-in
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 20 Shugyoin Karasumacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
Nestled quietly in the deep mountains of Shugyoin, this temple is a sanctuary where the flower of Zen blooms. Through the emptiness of meditation, hearts are honed until the great flower of enlightenment opens. The spirit of single-minded zazen practice thrives eternally here. In the profound silence of Karasuma district, countless monks have gazed into the depths of their true nature.
Benefits
Zen awakeningHeart's bloomSilent meditation
