Hōkai-ji, Buddhist temple in Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Japan
The temple complex includes the Yakushi Hall and Amidado Hall, with the latter displaying ancient murals depicting celestial beings and paradise scenes.
The temple dates back to 1051 when Hino Motoyoshi established it and enshrined a statue of Yakushi Nyorai passed down through the Hino family.
The temple holds particular importance for women seeking blessings related to childbirth and nursing, with the main Yakushi Nyorai statue central to these traditions.
The temple opens from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM between April and September, with shorter hours from October to March, accessible via Keihan bus services.
The Amidado Hall contains wall paintings of tennin that represent some of Japan's oldest preserved Buddhist artwork following the loss of similar works at Horyuji.
Location: Fushimi-ku
Inception: 1051
Founders: Fujiwara no Sukenari
Part of: 49 svetih mest Saigokuja Jakušija
GPS coordinates: 34.93416,135.81492
Latest update: May 12, 2025 16:31
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