Sokenin

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 59 Murasaki-no, Daitokuji-cho, Kita 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

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As a sub-temple of Daitokuji, Sokenin perpetuates the Zen legacy of Oda Nobunaga and continues his spiritual vision. For centuries, monks and practitioners have sought enlightenment within its walls through rigorous meditation. The profound silence of Zen practice transcends time itself, revealing the boundless nature of consciousness.

Benefits

Zen enlightenmentnon-attachmentspiritual purity

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