Small charming temple in the heart of bustling Namba district. Famous for moss-covered Fudo Myo-o statue from constant water splashing. Visitors pray for love and business. Surrounding Hozenji Yokocho alley is full of traditional restaurants.
Free entry. Open 24 hours.
Evening for atmospheric lantern lighting. Any season — always charming.
Namba Station (all lines). 3 min walk from Exit 14. Behind Dotonbori street.
Tiny atmospheric temple with moss-covered statue. Splash water and pray. Charming stone-paved alley with lanterns. Great for evening visit before dinner.
Moss-covered statue with water splashing. Stone lantern alley at dusk. Traditional restaurant facades.
Open 24 hours. Nearby restaurants open from evening.
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Visitors splash water on statue and pray for wishes, especially in love. Moss grew from centuries of this practice.
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