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Hōtoku-ji

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Hōtoku-ji is a historic Zen temple linked to poet Ishikawa Takuboku, offering a glimpse into his early life.

Hōtoku-ji
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What it is

  • A Sōtō Zen Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1658 by Ranō Donshi.
  • Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
  • Associated with poet Ishikawa Takuboku.

What to see

  • The temple where Takuboku spent his boyhood.

Getting there

  • Accessible by Iwate Galaxy Railway Line.
  • Accessible by Iwate Kenpoku Bus.
  • Accessible by JR Bus Tohoku.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

岩手県盛岡市渋民字渋民2-1 Open in Google Maps

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