Houshakuin Temple
📍 Shiga, Otsu · Sakamoto, Otsu, Shiga
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Houshakuin Temple in Sakamoto, Otsu, represents a place where precious treasures of spiritual wisdom accumulate through centuries of devoted practice. The deep and secret teachings of esoteric Buddhism continue to be transmitted within its halls, with sacred fire rituals sending countless wishes heavenward. The chanting of monks echoes through Sakamoto's quiet landscape, carrying the transformative power of Buddhist salvation across time and space.
Benefits
Esoteric BuddhismFire ritualsFulfillment of all wishes