An evening of sutra copying, amulet making, and Naniwa kappo cuisine
Cooperation and Sponsorship / Jodoshu Tenryuzan Hozenji Temple, Hozenji Asakusa
Program Contents
Experience sutra copying and making your own amulet at Hozenji Temple, fondly known as Mizukake Fudo-son. Spend a quiet moment facing inward while listening to the deputy head priest talk about the temple's history and charm, and the human warmth that supported its recovery from fires.
Afterwards, enjoy an experience expo-exclusive kaiseki meal at Hozenzi Asakusa, a long-established kappo restaurant with its noren curtain hanging next to the Hozenzi temple gate. The owner will also introduce the history of the restaurant and their dedication to the cuisine.
A mini guide to the charm of Hozenji Yokocho and the story behind its reconstruction is also included first.
It is a high-quality program where you can savor the atmosphere of Naniwa and enjoy a quiet, peaceful moment.
The secretariat will guide you through to the end, so whether you are applying alone or with a companion, please feel free to apply with peace of mind.
Guidelines and Application Requirements
| Date & Time | Saturday, October 17, 15:30 - 19:00 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8 persons |
| Current number of applicants | 14 people |
| Participation fee | 14,000 yen (includes kaiseki meal, shakyo and sutra dedication fees, and guide) |
- Applications are limited to one program per person, up to two people. Those who apply for multiple programs will have their applications invalidated. (Excluding "Ebisubashi Maruwarai")
- The person who applies must attend the event. Please note that the application is not transferable to another person. If two people apply, the person accompanying the applicant can be changed. (To prevent duplicate applications, the person accompanying the applicant cannot apply. Please understand).
- Please do not bring infants.
- Please pay the participation fee at the registration desk on the day of the event (please keep the change).
venue
Hozan-ji Kuri
https://ebisubashi-magazine.com/hozenji-yokocho-history/#index_id1A Jodo sect temple founded in 1637. Known for the Mizukake Fudo-son, where visitors pour water while making a wish, it continually attracts merchants and worshippers who offer their prayers. It is cherished as a nationally rare temple with Hozenji Yokocho within its precincts, where long-established traditional restaurants, small eateries, and bars line the alley. The venue is the temple office located behind the Mizukake Fudo-son, and features chair seating.
Hozenji Asakusa (1-1-12 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
https://ebisubashi-magazine.com/namba-hozenji-asakusa/Hozenji Asakusa was established in 1937. You can enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients, as well as seasonal delicacies such as blowfish (fugu), pike conger (hamo), and soft-shelled turtle (suppon). The restaurant offers a friendly yet relaxed atmosphere, with private rooms where you can unwind at your leisure. Some rooms even offer a view of the Hozenji Temple precincts.
Story and sutra copying
You will use the tracing sutra-copying paper and brush pen provided by the temple.
Making an amulet involves coloring a Buddha painted on Japanese paper and placing it inside an amulet pouch. Please take it home for the protection of yourself or someone dear to you.
Seating is available with chairs.
dinner
Based on the standard kaiseki course, it will be provided in a special arrangement exclusively for this tour.
(Example: Seasonal appetizer platter, fresh fish sashimi, soft-shelled turtle dumpling, grilled Spanish mackerel with soy sauce and yuzu, deep-fried blowfish, eel and cucumber salad, sukiyaki, pot-cooked seasoned rice, dessert *This is an example)
*Dinner is scheduled for a little past 5:00 PM, after the sutra-copying experience.
*Dish contents may change depending on the availability of seasonal ingredients.
※All participants will dine together in a private room for 8 people.
*Beverages are not included. If you would like a drink, please feel free to order one and pay after your meal.
Yokocho Guide
Hozenji Yokocho suffered a major fire in 2002, but made a miraculous recovery.
I will give a talk on-site about my past experience supporting reconstruction as an urban development expert.
pointers
- If you have any symptoms such as fever or cough on the day of the event, please refrain from participating.
- Please cooperate with the hygiene measures requested by the store.