Hozan-ji
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Hōzan-ji is a Buddhist temple in Monzen-machi, Ikoma, Nara, Japan. Though officially dedicated to the deity Acala, the temple serves as a cult-center of the deity Kangiten and is also called 'Ikoma-Shōten'.
attractions: Ikomasanjo Amusement Park, Mount Ikoma, Hōzanji Station, 星の広場展望デッキ, Ikomasanjo Station, Ikoma Cable Car, Umeyashiki Station, Kasumigaoka Station, “Hikotou” Breathtaking attraction, Hondou, restaurants: 摩波楽茶屋, 自然菜食 ナイヤビンギ, Kinachick no Mori, Kumotei, Stone Oven Pizza of Ikomayama, Green Terrace, Miharashi-tei, カツヨシ
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Hōzan-ji is a Buddhist temple in Monzen-machi, Ikoma, Nara, Japan. Though officially dedicated to the deity Acala, the temple serves as a cult-center of the deity Kangiten and is also called 'Ikoma-Shōten'.
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I came at Saturday.. to Nara, actually. But it was too crowded and I didn’t get the tranquility I seek from my temple visit so I ride the train home— This is the temple that was near one of the station my train pass (Ikoma St.) Look at the high review and that we can use the cable car (derpy looking train photo.. hahahaha!) I decided to go. I want to try the derpy train. After riding the derpy cable car I walk up to the temple and.. finding an absolutely killer view of Ikoma. It was sunset. The atmosphere is so calm that it feels a little scary (because it begins to darken) and I’m only alone in the stairways, but soon I find other visitors too. There’s quite a lot actually! The temple is big. If you see the diorama photo, it was as high as it goes. I only reached the botton one where I can take my goshuin and go home afterwards. Recommended to visit!
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Although, the temple complex was officially opened in 1678, Mount Ikoma was originally an object of worship for the ancient people in the region, and so this area was selected as a place for religious training. The training area is said to have opened in 655 by En no Gyōja. Many Buddhist monks, including Kūkai, are said to have trained in here. To fully appreciate this temple, be prepared to walk up as high as you can and explore the many areas of this temple. Put aside a good half day (longer, if you're a keen photographer). The temple has Goshuin (temple red stamp) available, and I bought an awesome keyring as a token of my gratitude.
BNE WandererBNE Wanderer
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Amazing place, especially after dark when there's barely any other people around. There are long paths with stairs and statues through the forest upwards the mountain, just stay with the lights and Temple structures/statues because there are hiking trails that continue out if the area. If you arrive late like me you can take a taxi to the temple, and walk down the endless stairs to Ikoma station through the most beautiful housing areas. There are also some great restaurants once you come down.
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Nearby Attractions Of Hozan-ji
Ikomasanjo Amusement Park
Mount Ikoma
Hōzanji Station
星の広場展望デッキ
Ikomasanjo Station
Ikoma Cable Car
Umeyashiki Station
Kasumigaoka Station
“Hikotou” Breathtaking attraction
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