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Hōkō-in Temple

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宝光院 (大垣市)

Hokoin is a historic Tendai temple known for its unique festivals and significant Buddhist art.

Hōkō-in Temple
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What it is

  • A Tendai sect temple.
  • Its Sango is Butsudo-zan.
  • The principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
  • Also known as Hidarime Fudo and Momodera.

What to see

  • A painting of Ryokai Mandala.
  • A peacock-patterned kee.

When to go

  • Famous for the Setsubun Hadaka Matsuri.

Getting there

  • A 15-minute walk from Tomoe Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

岐阜県大垣市野口1-39-1 Open in Google Maps

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