Hakodate Butsugan-ji

📍 Hokkaido, Hakodate · 6-17, Matsukazechi, Hakodate, Hokkaido

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

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

History

Byakko

This venerable temple in Hakodate has preserved Pure Land Buddhist teachings through countless generations despite Hokkaido's harsh coastal winds. It opens its compassionate arms to all who seek solace, offering the Buddha's boundless acceptance of human joy and suffering alike. Countless pilgrims have found profound peace within these walls, their hearts touched by the eternal light of Buddhist wisdom shining steadily across Hakodate's maritime landscape.

Benefits

Peace of heartWish fulfillmentSmooth sailing

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