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Hōshō-ji Temple

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Hōshō-ji Temple is a historic Shingon Buddhist temple in Tokyo, known for its unique insect protection ritual.

Hōshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Kōyasan Shingon-shu Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1641, next to Anahachimangu Shrine.
  • Main deity is Shō Kannon Bosatsu.
  • Part of two important pilgrimages.

When to go

  • Hōjō-e ritual is held annually on Sports Day.
  • Visit for protection against insects.

Getting there

  • 3-minute walk from Waseda Station Exit 2.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都新宿区西早稲田2-1-14 Open in Google Maps

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