Genko-an Temple

Japanese name: 源光庵
☆ Favorites 0

Main Image Shaka Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

Impression Tags

StillnessDepthPurity

Description

Genko-an’s Main Hall enshrines Shakyamuni Buddha as its principal image, with Ananda and Kasyapa standing to either side, forming a quiet devotional space characteristic of a Soto Zen temple. The temple is also known for the “Window of Enlightenment,” the “Window of Confusion,” and a blood-stained ceiling said to reuse timbers from Fushimi Castle. Alongside worship of the Buddha, the setting invites quiet reflection on life and death, confusion and awakening.

Basic Information

Spot ID 174
Temple / Site Genko-an Temple
Visiting Area Main Hall
Visiting Status Confirmation required
Address 京都府京都市北区鷹峯北鷹峯町47

Open in Google Maps Visit Official Website

Visit posts for this spot

No visit posts yet.

Share your visit

Please log in to share your visit.

Log In

Back

© mybuddha