Manshuiin Monzeki
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 42 Takenouchi, Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
📿 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
Visible from the Eizan Electric Railway line, Manshuiin Monzeki holds Manjushri Bodhisattva as its principal deity. Historically, disciples of Saicho studied advanced Buddhist philosophy within these precincts. The scholarly tradition endures; seekers continue to come pursuing wisdom and enlightenment. The fragrance of ancient texts seems to carry a thousand years of accumulated knowledge. Its dignified garden provides the ideal setting for spiritual refinement and contemplation.
Benefits
spiritual discipline fulfillmentwish accomplishmentManjushri protection
