Tokuyu-ji

📍 Nara, Nara · 25 Narukawa-cho, Nara

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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

In Nara's quiet temple district, Tokuyu-ji continues to preserve the light of ancient Pure Land Buddhism. Countless practitioners have dedicated their lives to meditation, seeking Amitabha's compassion within these halls. The longing for the Pure Land of the West persists through the ages, bringing deep serenity to pilgrims' hearts. The temple serves as a sanctuary for those pursuing enlightenment through nembutsu practice and spiritual devotion.