Hōzen-ji

Hozen-ji Temple stands amid stone-paved paths, with traditional wooden structures and lanterns illuminating the entrance courtyard and main hall.

Founded in 1637 by Monk Kinun, the temple moved from Uji to its current location in Nanba, where it became a spiritual center for merchants.

The temple contains a prominent Fudo Myo-o statue covered in moss, where visitors pour water as part of a ritual dating from post-war times.

Located one minute from Namba Station, the temple opens daily and maintains regular Buddhist ceremonies on the 28th day of each month.

The temple survived multiple fires throughout its history, with only the moss-covered Fudo Myo-o statue remaining after the 1945 air raids.

Location: Namba

Inception: 1637

Fee: No

Part of: 大阪新四十八願所

Address: 大阪府大阪市中央区難波1-2-16

Website: https://houzenji.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.66786,135.50263

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:41