In 1674, he became a disciple of Kokai (monk), the head priest of Izumo-ji Temple on Mt. Goho (Monzeki of Bishamon-do Temple) and vowed to follow the religious precepts.
延宝2年（1674年）、護法山出雲寺（毘沙門堂門跡）門主公海(僧)の室に入り受戒。