Hozanji
奈良県
The revered 'Ikoma Shoten-san' deity of commercial prosperity, served by Japan's first cable railway — a Shingon Ritsu head temple on Mt. Ikoma
Founded
1678
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Temple
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近鉄生駒駅からケーブル「宝山寺」下車徒歩10分
奈良県生駒市門前町1-1
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Overview
A head temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect, founded in 1678 (Enpo 6) by the monk Tankai on the rocky cliffside halfway up Mt. Ikoma, and affectionately known as 'Ikoma no Shoten-san.' In addition to the principal image of Fudo Myo-o, the temple enshrines Daisho Kangiten (the Great Sacred Bliss Deity), and has enjoyed immense devotion from Osaka merchants for its miraculous efficacy in promoting busin…
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Origins
Hozanji Temple was founded in 1678 by the learned monk Tankai (1629–1716), who established a sacred precinct on the rocky cliffs of Mount Ikoma. Recognizing a natural cave called Hannya-kutsu as a holy site, Tankai erected temple buildings directly before the cliff face. While Fudo Myoo is enshrined…
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Divine Benefits
Healing & Longevity
Warding Off Evil
Purification
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "不動明王・大聖歓喜天"
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