Ryuzo-ji
📍 Nara, Nara · 177 Shibaya-cho, Nara
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
As its name suggests, Ryuzo-ji has served as a training ground for practitioners of strong spiritual resolve. The elephant's mighty strength and the dragon's soaring flight symbolize both the challenges of the path and the possibility of breakthrough. The temple continues to maintain its austere atmosphere, where seekers of the Way hone their hearts through rigorous spiritual discipline.
Benefits
rigorous practicewish fulfillmentgood fortune