A Rinzai Myoshinji-ha temple originating from the Hataeda Gosho palace built by Retired Emperor Gomizunoo during the Kan-ei era (1624-1644), later converted into a temple. The greatest highlight is the 'shakkei garden' (borrowed-scenery garden), a dry landscape garden that frames Mt. Hiei as a backdrop beyond clipped azaleas and cedar trees — often described as the ultimate in Japanese garden beau…
The origins of Entsuji trace back to the Kan-ei era (1624–1644), when Retired Emperor Gomizunoo established the Hataeda Gosho palace in the Iwakura district of northern Kyoto. It is said that the retired emperor was deeply fond of this location and spent periods of quiet retirement amid the scenic s…
Averting disaster, directional protection, warding off epidemics. Central at Fudo, Kannon, and Gion-related sites.
Derived from the enshrined deity "釈迦牟尼仏"
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