Ohara-dera Shorin-in
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 187 Oharashorinji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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 deep in the mountain village of Ohara, Shorin-in glows eternally with the ancient light of Pure Land Buddhism. Across more than a thousand years of watchful guardianship, this temple has steadily pointed seekers toward salvation. Graced even by the visits of emperors, this sacred ground elevates all hearts toward the highest states of being, wrapping them in Amitabha's infinite light. The timeless melody of Ohara continues forever.
Benefits
Pure Land attainmentnembutsu fulfillmentparadise rebirth