Hozou-ji (Narita Fudo-son)

📍 Tochigi, Utsunomiya · 4-2-12 Odori, Utsunomiya-shi, Tochigi-ken

📿 Goshuin Info

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Fee

Direct-write

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Pre-written

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

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

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