Admission
- Adult (18+)Free
Also known as: Hoanji Nanboh
Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
At a Glance
Built by Prince Shotoku during the Suiko Period (593-628), it is one of Osaka's oldest temples.
The temple has three stone figures, including Fudo Myo-o in the center, and two small vermillion torii gates for spiritual significance.
The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
Peaceful
Quick (15-30 minutes)
Nippombashi Station
日本橋駅1 structures on the grounds
Sacred journeys this temple belongs to
Fascinating facts about this place
Built by Prince Shotoku during the Suiko Period (593-628), it is one of Osaka's oldest temples.
The temple has three stone figures, including Fudo Myo-o in the center, and two small vermillion torii gates for spiritual significance.
The name "Hoanji" means "temple of a bill", from an ancient law mandating the spread of Buddhism across the country.
