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Chikubu Island Hogonji Temple

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The Karamon gate of Hogonji Temple, located on Chikubu Island on the north side of Lake Biwa, is designated as a national treasure.
Chikubu Island is a small island floating in the center of Lake Biwa, and has been known since ancient times as a sacred place for the worship of Benzaiten. Hogonji Temple is said to have been founded by the monk Gyoki in 724 at the request of Emperor Shomu.

The Kannon-do Hall and the corridor are designated as important cultural properties.

Boats depart from Nagahama Port, Hikone Port, and Imazu Port.
Boat fares are expensive, around 2,500 to 3,500 yen for a round trip.
[business hours]
9:30-16:30

[access]
25 minutes by Lake Biwa steamship from Nagahama Port
40 minutes on Lake Biwa steamship from Imazu Port
    Category
    長浜｜history｜寺
    Adress
    滋賀県長浜市早崎町１６６４−１
    Official Website
    http://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/basic/index3.php
    TEL
    0749-63-4410

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