Hokkeji Temple
📍 Niigata, Shimbata · 1-4-10 Chuo-cho, Shimbata City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
The white fox speaks of Hokkeji in Shimbata, a temple that has long planted the teachings of the Lotus Sutra deep in this land. It guides the hearts of many believers through its sacred halls. The earnest prayers of the devoted still echo within these ancient walls.
Benefits
Evil dispellingGood fortuneLotus Sutra teachings
