Hōshū-ji Temple
宝秀寺
A Shingon Buddhist temple founded in 1579, featuring a modern main hall and a historic crest design.
What it is
- A temple of the Buzan school of Shingon Buddhism.
- Founded in 1579 by the priest Hoin Kangen.
- Formerly served as the administrator of the nearby Nogi Shrine.
- The current main hall was rebuilt in 1979 after previous fires.
What to see
- The main hall reconstructed in the late twentieth century.
- The temple crest featuring the traditional Kikusui water and chrysanthemum design.
Getting there
- Located a two minute walk from the Hanezukicho Higashi bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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