Kuhonji

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Minami Ward, Kyoto City

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Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Like the nine lotus grades, this temple proclaims salvation for all beings. Rising in Minami Ward, it glows beneath Amida Buddha's profound vow. From ancient times, the voice of nembutsu—the Buddha invocation—has never ceased here, filling the air with aspirations for Pure Land. The Amida hall shines with light itself, gently guiding all beings, lost or found, toward enlightenment and rebirth in paradise.

Benefits

Amida devotionPure Land rebirthNembutsu practice

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