Honen-ji Temple
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Tenryu-ji Tateishi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
📿 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
Honen-ji Temple, standing near Tenryu-ji in Sagano, conveys the profound spirituality of Pure Land Buddhism to this day. The light I perceive from this temple has guided countless monks and believers since ancient times, bringing peace to their hearts. Even today, its prayers' depth continues to cleanse people's souls.
Benefits
Pure land rebirthPurificationPeaceful passing
