Temples & Shrines
Hozan-ji Temple
Honzanji Okayama
Hozan-ji Temple, located in Misaki, Okayama, is a historic Tendai sect temple.
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Hozan-ji is a historic temple of the Tendai sect located in Misaki, Okayama Prefecture.
What makes it special
Important Cultural Property architectureTendai sect templesHistorical Japanese buildingsOkayama sightseeingTraditional Japanese landscapes
About Hozan-ji Temple
- Observe National Important Cultural Properties like the main hall and the three-story pagoda up close.
- Witness ancient history through the Hogyoin-to pagoda, which dates back to the 14th century.
- Experience unique architecture, such as the Nagaya buildings constructed upon stone walls.
- Explore the serenity of traditional Tendai sect architecture in a peaceful, natural setting.
Weather forecast
Fri
9/18
22°/18°
80%
Sat
9/19
23°/20°
51%
Sun
9/20
26°/20°
15%
Mon
9/21
25°/18°
2%
Tue
9/22
25°/16°
0%
Wed
9/23
26°/13°
6%
Thu
9/24
25°/16°
11%
Tips
Payment
Cash is required for most transactions or donations.
Language
English-language signage and staff support are limited.
Reservations
No reservation needed, but please follow on-site instructions.
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven paths.
Photography
Check local rules and signs before taking photos of structures.
Accessibility
The terrain includes steps and stone paths; use caution with wheelchairs.
Etiquette
Please maintain a quiet and respectful attitude as this is a sacred site.