Hozou-ji (Narita Fudo-son)
📍 Tochigi, Utsunomiya · 4-2-12 Odori, Utsunomiya-shi, Tochigi-ken
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Hozou-ji, also known as Narita Fudo-son, is a temple located in the center of Utsunomiya City, gathering the faith of many people. With Fudo Myoo as its principal image, it is said to bring benefits closely related to people's daily lives, such as family safety, business prosperity, and traffic safety. Despite being in the city, the temple grounds maintain a quiet and calm atmosphere, providing peace of mind to visitors. It is a space that makes one forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The goshuin is an important offering that takes the form of the temple's power and the prayers of the worshipers.
Benefits
Family safetyBusiness prosperityTraffic safety