Hōon-ji, Buddhist temple in Yonezawa, Japan.
The temple structure features traditional Japanese Buddhist architecture with wooden halls, including the main Hondo hall and adjacent Rakan-do hall.
Founded in 737 by Buddhist monk Gyoki during the Nara period, Hoon-ji has maintained its position as a spiritual center for over twelve centuries.
The temple houses an extensive collection of 499 wooden rakan statues, crafted by nine Buddhist masters from Kyoto using lacquered wood techniques.
Visitors can access the temple grounds from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with entry fees of 300 yen for adults and 100 yen for elementary students.
The rakan statues within the temple include representations of historical figures such as Marco Polo and Kublai Khan among Buddhist disciples.
Location: Yonezawa
Inception: 737
Founders: Gyōki
Address: 〒992-0055 山形県米沢市御廟1-5-32
Website: http://houon.org/houonji
GPS coordinates: 37.91358,140.09161
Latest update: March 23, 2025 13:06
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