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Hōzan-ji Temple

宝山寺

Address: 生駒市門前町1-1

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History

Hōzan Tankai revived Hōzan-ji in 1678 and introduced worship of Kangiten.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1678
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Explore the grounds

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 main hall enshrines Fudo Myoo.
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Worship Hall
The worship hall stands before the Shoten sanctuary.
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Founders Hall
The founders hall stands in the upper precinct.
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Inner Sanctuary
The inner sanctuary occupies the upper terrace.
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Daishi Hall
Daishi Hall stands on the uphill approach.
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Daikoku Hall
Daikoku Hall stands beside the inner sanctuary.
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Tahoto Pagoda
The pagoda stands beside the upper approach.
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Monju Hall
The small Monju Hall adjoins the central terrace.
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Kannon Hall
Kannon Hall stands above the main shrine group.
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Jizo Hall
Jizo Hall stands near the main entrance.
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Main Gate
The gate leads from the lower approach.
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Middle Gate
The middle gate opens onto the central court.
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Visiting information

Check before you go

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

Admission

The official tourism entry lists ordinary temple admission as free.

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Hōzan-ji Temple

Collectible stamp

History

Timeline

Historical milestone

Explore the grounds

Main Hall

Worship Hall

Founders Hall

Inner Sanctuary

Daishi Hall

Daikoku Hall

Tahoto Pagoda

Monju Hall

Kannon Hall

Jizo Hall

Main Gate

Middle Gate

Visiting information

Admission