Hougon-ji Temple
📍 Mie, Iga · 803 Terawaki, Iga, Mie
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
Hougon-ji Temple in Iga's Terawaki district has long been a beacon for those pursuing scholarly and spiritual knowledge. The temple embodies both monastic practice and wisdom-sharing, where the dedication of monks serves as a silent teaching to all visitors. Through generations, it has nurtured the intellectual and spiritual development of seekers, standing as a sanctuary for those on the path of learning.
Benefits
scholarly achievementwisdom bestowmentpractice sanctuary
