Yatdera Kannon Hall
📍 Nara, Yamatokoriyama · 3549 Yada, Yamatokoriyama, Nara
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Hours
8:00–17:00
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
Known since ancient times as a Kannon hall delivering salvation to those suffering from eye ailments. Reputed as Japan's oldest experimental healing temple, it has continued answering prayers across more than eleven centuries. The gentle light of Kannon illuminates the darkened vision of all who seek relief.
Benefits
Kannon's compassionhealing of eye diseaserealization of wishes