A sub-temple of Sennyuji founded in 1326 by Munin Nyodo, belonging to the Shingon Sennyuji branch. Its principal image, the Fukukensaku Kannon, is rare among Kyoto temples and embodies a faith that saves all living beings with hands of compassion. It is the fourth site on the Sennyuji Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimage (Jurojin), drawing visitors during the New Year season. The garden in front of the kit…
Houin-in is a sub-temple of Sennyuji, founded in 1326 by the monk Munin Nyodo within the precincts of Sennyuji in Kyoto. It belongs to the Shingon Sennyuji branch and enshrines the Fukukensaku Kannon as its principal image—a deity believed to save all living beings through boundless compassion. Temp…
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Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "不空羂索観音"
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