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  • Hotoji Temple

  • In 899 this temple was constructed by Fujiwara Tokihira as Gokurakuji Temple.
  • 32 Hotojiyama-cho Fukakusa Fushimi-ku
  • Keihan Rlwy : Fukakusa -walk 10 min
    JR Nara Line : Inari -walk 10 min
    TEL / 075-641-1859
Hotoji

In 899 this temple was constructed by Fujiwara Tokihira as Gokurakuji Temple.
At that time, this temple belonged to the Shingon sect of Buddhism.
In 1307, this temple was converted to the Nichiren sect's temple by priest Ryokei.
The Tahoto (two-story pagoda) was constructed before 1438.
It is designated Important Cultural Asset.
The main gate (Shikyakumon) was constructed in the middle of the Muromachi period(1336-1573).
It is designated Important Cultural Asset.
The main hall was constructed in 1608.
It is designated Important Cultural Asset.


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