Mampukuji Temple

Mampukuji Temple (萬福寺), also known as Chohouzan Mampukuji, is a Zen Buddhist temple located in the city of Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. The temple was founded in 1661 by the Chinese Zen master Yinyuan Longqi (Ingen), who came to Japan to spread the teachings of the Linji school of Zen Buddhism.

Mampukuji Temple is one of the largest Zen temples in Japan, and its architecture and gardens reflect the Chinese influence on Zen Buddhism during the early Edo period. The main gate of the temple, called Sanmon, is a designated National important cultural property of Japan and is considered one of the finest examples of Chinese-style architecture in the country.

The temple grounds also include a large pond, rock gardens, and several buildings for meditation and study, including the Kaisando Hall, which houses the temple’s main image of worship, a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha.

Mampukuji Temple is known for its rigorous Zen practice, and it has produced many prominent Zen masters over the years. The temple also serves as the head temple of the Obaku school of Zen Buddhism, which was founded by Yinyuan Longqi and is one of the three major schools of Zen in Japan.

Today, Mampukuji Temple is a popular destination for tourists and Zen practitioners alike, offering a peaceful retreat from the busy city of Kyoto and a chance to experience the rich history and culture of Zen Buddhism in Japan.

Getting there

From Kyoto Station to Mampukuji Temple:

Train

Kyoto Station ↓ Nara Line (Nara) ↓ 20 minutes (7 stops) Obaku Station ↓ Walk about 8 minutes ↓ Mampukuji Temple (Cost 240 yen)

Details

Hours	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Reception closes at 4:30 PM.
Admission	Adults: 500 yen High school and university students: 500 yen Junior high school students: 300 yen Elementary school students: 300 yen
Phone	+81 774-32-3900
Address	〒611-0011 Kyoto, Uji, Gokasho, Sanbanwari−３４
Official Website	https://www.obakusan.or.jp/en/