Warn your mind and make a wish with the 'Kukuri Monkey' that blocks greed
A temple of the Tendai sect founded in 960. It is counted among the three Koshin in Japan along with Shitenno-ji Koshindo Hall in Osaka and Iritani Koshindo Hall in Tokyo (no longer in existence). It is famous for its' kukuri monkey, 'which is believed to grant a wish if it is dedicated to the principal image, Aomen Kongo, by suppressing greed.
The photo shows the "Kukuri Monkey." A talisman designed to warn against one's selfish heart by tying the hands and feet of monkeys.
Statues of 'no seeing,' 'no hearing,' and 'no telling,' which are believed to be messengers of Koshin.
The photogenic "Kukuri Monkey" is not only photogenic, but may even grant your wishes!
Yasaka Koshin-do (Kongo-ji Temple)
075-541-2565
390 Kin-en-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi
5 minutes' walk from Kiyomizumichi City Bus Stop
9am-5pm
Free admission
Closing dates : Open year round
