Hōkō-ji Temple
方広寺
- Address
- 京都市東山区大和大路正面東入茶屋町527-2
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History
The temple bell’s 1614 inscription became a pretext for the conflict culminating in the Osaka Winter Campaign.
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Timeline
Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.
- 1614
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Explore the grounds
An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.
Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.
Landmarks on this map
Building 1
The name and use of this building await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 2
The name and use of this building await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 3
The name and use of this building await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
Map sources & credits
Visiting information
Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.
Access & etiquette
The main hall opens only for special viewings; the precinct remains available for worship. Published hours are 9:00–16:00, with irregular closures for services.