Overview
Hoen-ji is a temple of the Soto Zen school in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. It holds a building designated a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan and is counted among the Hokuriku Kannon Pilgrimage sites. Its calm Zen atmosphere welcomes every visitor.
Highlights
- ●A Registered Tangible Cultural Property building
- ●Soto Zen temple founded in 1583
- ●A Hokuriku Kannon Pilgrimage site
- ●Serene Zen temple grounds
History
This Soto Zen temple is said to have been founded in 1583, and its grounds preserve a structure listed as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. It has long drawn faith as one of the Hokuriku Kannon Pilgrimage sites.
Access
The temple is located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, within easy reach of the urban area. Please confirm the exact route with a map or official information.
Best season
The stillness of the Zen temple stands out amid the fresh greenery of early summer and the autumn foliage. A quiet morning visit, before the crowds, is especially recommended.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to Hoen-ji from central Kanazawa
- 2Pass through the gate into the grounds
- 3View the Registered Tangible Cultural Property building
- 4Pay respects as a Hokuriku Kannon Pilgrimage site
Did you know?
💡 With a history stretching back to its founding in 1583, the temple still preserves a Registered Tangible Cultural Property building. As a Hokuriku Kannon Pilgrimage site, it is also cherished by pilgrims.
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