Hōon-ji, Buddhist temple in Taihei, Japan
The temple contains a main hall featuring a statue of Shaka Nyorai and multiple wooden structures built according to traditional Japanese architecture methods.
The temple was established in 1458 during a period of extensive Buddhist temple construction throughout Japan, marking the expansion of religious institutions.
The temple maintains regular Buddhist ceremonies and meditation sessions, allowing visitors to experience traditional Japanese religious practices firsthand.
Visitors can reach the temple via public transportation from central Tokyo, with signs in multiple languages providing guidance through the temple grounds.
The temple grounds include specific meditation areas where monks conduct daily rituals, following practices that have remained unchanged for centuries.
Location: Taihei
Inception: 1458
Address: 東京都墨田区太平1-26-16 130-0012 130-0012
GPS coordinates: 35.70222,139.81025
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:12
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