Hōgen-ji Temple
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Hogen-ji is a historic Nichiren temple, known as Botamochi-dera, founded in 1318.
What it is
- A Nichiren Buddhist temple.
- Founded in 1318 by Myoon Ajari Nichigyo.
- Commonly known as Botamochi-dera.
- Main object of worship is Sanbo Soshi.
What to see
- Main hall enshrines a statue of Nichiren.
- Inari Daizenjin enshrined in the Inari-do hall.
- Koshin-to monument from 1667 behind the main hall.
Getting there
- 10-minute walk from Mejiroyama-shita Station.
- 10-minute walk from Enoshima Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
神奈川県鎌倉市腰越5-1-17 Open in Google Maps
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