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Hoshakuji (Takaradera)

京都府

The temple where Hideyoshi set his headquarters at the 1582 Battle of Yamazaki, enshrining a lucky mallet and a 1288 miniature pagoda (Important Cultural Property)

Founded

724

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Temple

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15 min walk uphill from JR Yamazaki Station

1 Oyamazaki Zenihara, Oyamazaki, Kyoto

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Temple

Founded 724

1302 years

Enshrined Deity

十一面観音

Overview

An ancient Shingon Chisan temple founded in 724 by Gyoki on imperial decree of Emperor Shomu, affectionately known as "Takaradera" (Treasure Temple). It enshrines the Chikubushima Benzaiten associated with the legend of "the overnight Chikubushima," housing treasures connected to lucky mallets. Located on the slopes of Mt. Tennozan, it is historically notable as the site where Hashiba Hideyoshi se…

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Origins

Hoshakuji Temple, affectionately known as Takaradera (Treasure Temple), is said to have been founded in 724 by the monk Gyoki at the imperial decree of Emperor Shomu. According to tradition, Gyoki enshrined the Chikubushima Benzaiten here, giving rise to the legend known as "the overnight Chikubushi…

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Divine Benefits

Healing & Longevity

Matchmaking

Safe Childbirth & Fertility

Warding Off Evil

Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.

Derived from the enshrined deity "十一面観音"

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Akechi Mitsuhide

Perpetrator of the Honnoji Incident

In 1582, just 13 days after the Honno-ji Incident, Hashiba Hideyoshi—determined to defeat Akechi Mitsuhide—is said to have made this temple, on the slopes of Mt. Tenno, his headquarters for the Battle of Yamazaki. Mitsuhide was defeated and fled, and his bid for supremacy collapsed on this ground.

Monk of the People & Archbishop

Age 56 at founding

An ancient Shingon Chisan temple founded in 724 by Gyoki on imperial decree of Emperor Shomu, affectionately known as "Takaradera" (Treasure Temple).

Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Taiko, Ruler of All

At the Battle of Yamazaki on June 13, 1582, Hideyoshi set up his headquarters at Hoshakuji on the slopes of Mt. Tennozan, using the high ground advantage to defeat Akechi Mitsuhide's forces. This battle gave rise to the phrase 'Tennozan,' meaning a decisive moment, and just 13 days after the Honno-ji Incident, Hideyoshi's victory here set him on the path to ruling Japan.

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Visiting Information

Hours

No fixed visiting hours for the temple grounds (freely open). Only the Enma Hall has set viewing hours, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Admission

Free to enter the temple grounds. Viewing the Enma Hall costs ¥400 (separate fee).

As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.

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