Bishamondo Temple, Kyoto

Bishamondo is one of the Tendai sect's five monzeki (Imperial) temples in Kyoto. Said to have been founded in 703, the temple was relocated to its present site in the hills southeast of Kyoto in 1665. It's main image of worship is Bishamonten, one of the Guardians of the Four Directions (Shitenno), who is also revered as one of the Seven Lucky Gods.

Bishamondo Temple Momiji

Autumn foliage at Bishamondo Temple.

Bishamondo Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal near Bishamondo Temple.

Bishamondo Temple Steps

Bishamondo Temple steps.

Bishamondo Temple Gate

Bishamondo Temple gate.

Bishamondo Temple Torii

Shrine and torii at Bishamondo Temple.

Bishamondo Temple Hondo

Bishamondo Temple Hondo.

Bishamondo Temple Courtyard

Bishamondo Temple courtyard.

Bishamondo Temple Path

Torii and stone lanterns at Bishamondo Temple.

Bishamondo Temple Pond

Bishamondo Temple pond.