Yūsei-ji

Yūsei-ji temple features traditional wooden structures and gardens that represent Japanese Buddhist architectural principles in the northern district of Kyoto.

Founded by Buddhist monk Nichiben in 1308, the temple relocated multiple times before settling at its current location in Kamigyō-ku in 1933.

The temple houses a wooden seated statue of Nichiren from the Kamakura period measuring 46.7 centimeters, representing one of the earliest depictions of the figure.

Located at coordinates 35.027083, 135.737694, the temple functions as the head temple of the Honmon Butsuryu Buddhist sect and welcomes visitors throughout the year.

The temple enshrines the Jukkai Great Mandala, also known as the Ten Realms Mandala, as its principal religious object.

Location: Kamigyō-ku

Inception: 1308

Founders: Nichiben

Website: http://honmon-butsuryushu.or.jp/pg/yuseiji

GPS coordinates: 35.02708,135.73769

Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:21