Buddhist temple
Genkō-an
源光庵（げんこうあん）
Kita, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
A Sōtō sect temple in Takagamine, Kyoto, formally named 鷹峰山宝樹林源光庵. It enshrines Shakamuni Butsu as the principal image in its main hall, with Anan Sonja and Kashō Sonja standing beside it.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Shakamuni Butsu (attended by Anan Sonja and Kashō Sonja)
History and things to know
According to the temple's guide, it was opened in Jōwa 2 (1346) by Tettō Kokushi, the second abbot of Daitoku-ji, and became a Sōtō temple after Zen Master 卍山白道 of Daijō-ji in Kaga became its head priest in Genroku 7 (1694). The main hall was built in the same year, and it has a “blood ceiling” said to come from the remains of Fushimi Castle, as well as the “Window of Enlightenment” and the “Window of Confusion.”
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 源光庵「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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