Jizoin
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 5 Umegahata Takao-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
Jizoin Temple in Takao rests beneath the gentle glow of Jizo Bodhisattva. Pilgrims in Umegahata feel the tender kindness of mother earth here. Children in suffering are cradled in Jizo's compassion, finding peaceful solace.
Benefits
Jizo protectionChild guardianSuffering relief
