Buddhist templeShiga

Hōgon-ji Temple

宝厳寺

Collectible stamp

An original digital stamp by emonster for your Temple Quest collection.

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Temple tradition says Emperor Shomu sent Gyoki to establish the island temple following a dream oracle in 724.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Hall
The principal hall enshrines Dai-Benzaiten.
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Karamon Gate
An ornate gate with a curved gable.
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Kannon Hall
Dedicated to Thousand-armed, Thousand-eyed Kannon.
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Boat Corridor
A covered passage to Tsukubusuma Shrine.
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Three-storey Pagoda
The pagoda was reconstructed in 2000.
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Five-storey Stone Pagoda
A 247-centimetre stone pagoda of Komatsu stone.
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Treasure Hall
Preserves and displays treasures of the temple.
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Uho Hall
Dedicated to Uho Doji.
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Pilgrim Stamp Office
Receives requests for the temple’s pilgrimage stamps.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Boat fares and the island landing charge are separate; treasure-hall admission is¥300 for adults and¥250 for children.

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