[Kyoto] Visit Kyoto Taishakuten Temple by ringing 108 half-bells

Kyoto Taishakuten (also known as Fukuju-ji Temple) is located in the Satoyama area of ​​Nantan City, Kyoto. On the approach to the temple, 108 bells, the same number as the number of earthly desires, are lined up. Each bell is rung with all our hearts so that our wishes will reach Taishakuten, the god of wish fulfillment. Among the 108 bells, there is a golden bell with the names of the Four Heavenly Kings engraved on it. In the quiet and tranquil grounds, there is a deserted main hall and a quaint bell tower. Next to the main hall, people have donated items that they have put their heart and soul into, and it was particularly impressive to see the large number of stuffed animals and ornaments related to Taishakuten's messenger, the monkey, enshrined. It was a space that was filled with mysterious power and made me feel refreshed. Photo on Apr 2024 Kyoto Taishakuten temple, located in Nantan city, 1 hour away from central Kyoto, is one of the ancient temples with a history of over 1200 years. There are 108 bells alongside the approach to the temple, the same number As earthly desires of Buddhism. Ringing the bells one by one, we have to pray to make a wish for the Taishakuten god. The monkey is known as Taishakuten's messenger and guardians. So a lot of monkey dolls or statues are worshiped around the temple. Anyway it’s kind of a spiritual spot. #tripdomestictravel #kyoto #shrinesandtemples #greatview