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Hōjō-in Temple

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Hojo-in is a Shingon temple founded in 1948, known for its Kannon-do and unique Jizo statues.

Hōjō-in Temple
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What it is

  • An independent temple affiliated with Shingon Buddhism.
  • Founded by Kuko in 1948.
  • Also commonly known as Morisaki Kannon-do.

What to see

  • A Kannon-do enshrining Byakue Kannon.
  • Jizo statues commemorating victims of a 1938 air crash.

When to go

  • Annual memorial service held on August 24.

Getting there

  • A 20-minute walk from Showajima Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都大田区大森南5-1-18 Open in Google Maps

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