Toji (Kyooogokokuji)
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 1 Kujo-cho, Minami Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–16:30
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
Favored by Kobo Daishi Kukai, the towering five-story pagoda stands as a three-dimensional mandala, reflecting the mysteries of the universe. The profound teachings of esoteric Buddhism continue to flow from this sacred place, guiding pilgrims' hearts toward Mahavairocana Buddha and illuminating the path to enlightenment. The principal deities arranged in the three-dimensional mandala within the lecture hall reveal the cosmic principle, purify souls, and guide toward good fortune.
Benefits
Mandala blessingsEsoteric Buddhism protectionFortune