Hozo-ji Temple

What it is

• A Tendai sect temple in Nagoya.
• Known by the common name Hakkakudo.
• Originally founded in Kiyosu, moved in 1724.
• A branch temple of Hieizan Anraku-ritsuin.

What to see

• The main image is a wooden Amitabha Nyorai seated statue.
• The rebuilt octagonal Hakkakudo hall.

When to go

• Public viewing is on the first Saturday of each month.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.