Hoonji Temple/Gohyaku Rahats

Morioka City

Central Iwate

    An ancient temple of the Soto sect, the principal image is Shaka Nyorai. The Arhat statue housed in Arhat Hall was created by nine Buddhist sculptors in Kyoto over a period of four years starting in 1731. All are made of marquetry and lacquered, and some of the statues include Marco Polo and Kublai. A cultural property designated by Morioka City.

    Location
    31-5 Nasukawacho, Morioka City, 020-0016
    Business Hours
    9:00~16:00
    Price
    Adults 300 yen, elementary school students 100 yen
    Inquiries
    Hoonji Temple
    Phone number 019-651-4415

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