[2025 Fukuroi Attraction] Travel Guide for Hattasan Soneiji Temple (Updated Jul)

"Hotasan Son'eiji Temple" is holding a wind chime festival 🎐 until the end of August. At the entrance to the approach from the parking lot to the stairs, you will be greeted by a "Teru Teru Bouzu" (a shining candle doll) 💛🧡After climbing the 237 steps, you will first see the candy wind chimes of "Shosondo Chatanji Temple" on the right 🍬🍭🎐, which are colorful and cute 💕 At the main hall Higashikawa, the wind chimes are lit up in different colors depending on the time of day 💡On the way down the mountain, there are also limited-time cream soda umbrellas 💙🩵🤍Umbrella rentals and a photo contest are also being held ♬ [Hotasan Son'eiji Temple] Address: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture Access: 10 minutes by taxi from Aino Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line. Opening period: All year round. Open all year round. Open every day (temple office 8:30-16:30 (closed)), dango shop 8:00-17:00 (closed), in-store dining 8:00-16:30 (closed). Closed days: Open everyday, temple office and dango shop have irregular holidays. Price: ward off evil spirits dango = 200 yen (with tea), 600 yen (6 bags for souvenirs) #summer event #trip #shizuoka sightseeing #shizuoka

Hotaisan has a history of 1300 years. Various events are held depending on the season, and in June they held a wind chime festival 🎐 A wonderful temple with wind chimes lined up everywhere and a pleasant sound to be heard! ✨ It will be held until August, so if you are interested, please come and visit 👐 #hydrangea #Quintessa campaign

[Hotasan Son'eiji Temple] 📍Location: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture 《Access》 Bus stop: South Exit of Aino Station / 36 minutes on foot from Akiba Bus 🕰️Opening hours: 8:30-16:30 ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ In addition to the wind chimes, the hydrangea spot is also popular. About 3,000 hydrangeas are planted in the grounds, and at "Hydrangea Square," where blue hydrangeas bloom, umbrellas are lined up in a row, making it a photogenic spot that often appears on social media. There is also an umbrella with a hydrangea painted on it in front, so you can take a nice shot with the umbrella. It was early July, so the hydrangeas were starting to wither, so it wasn't a spectacular view, but it was still beautiful. In front of the Niomon Gate is a rainbow of colorful teru teru bozu. The Yakushido Hall is a temple for beautiful skin, skin diseases, and skin troubles. The current Yakushido Hall was rebuilt, and in front of it there is a tunnel of colorful wind chimes. Right next to it is the Benzaiten Pond, and next to it is a seated Acala Buddha. Most of the Buddhas have short hair and wear jeweled crowns. 《Hotasan Specialty Dumplings Business Association》 🕰️Business hours: 8:00-16:30 Dumpling shop in the temple grounds One of the specialties of Hotasan is the "evil-warding dango," which is so popular that almost everyone who comes to worship buys one. It began during the time of Tokugawa Iesada, the 13th shogun of the Edo Shogunate. It all started when Ishikawa Yazaemon presented handmade dango to the shop. Lord Iesada liked the taste so much that he named them "Kushi-dango". They were sold at the ticket machine for 200 yen for two skewers. The bite-sized skewers were smothered in a generous amount of lightly sweet bean paste and were delicious. There was a beautiful umbrella sky set up in front of the shop. #Shizuoka #Shizuoka sightseeing #Wind chimes #Hydrangea #Photogenic spots #Teru-teru-bou #Umbrella #Absolutely free trip

[Hotasan Son'eiji Temple] 📍Location: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture 《Access》 Bus stop: South Exit of Aino Station / 36 minutes on foot from Akiba Bus 🕰️Business hours: 8:30-16:30 ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ One of the Enshu Sanzan Every summer, an event using wind chimes, the Enshu Sanzan Wind Chime Festival, is held. This year, it will be held from Saturday, May 24th to Sunday, August 31st, 2025 This Niomon Gate is a nationally designated important cultural property. It is said that the world will change when you pass through the gate. This is a majestic and magnificent three-bay, one-door tower gate, worthy of being the main gate of Hotasan. The fresh greenery of the trees is refreshing, and after walking for a while, a gate made of cypress appears on your left. The "Kuromon" is also registered as a city designated architectural cultural property. Today, there is only one temple at Hotasan, Son'ei-ji, but in the past, there were as many as 12 temples lined up within the grounds. The central presence among them was "Gakutoin Shobo." It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the Niomon Gate to the main hall. The rows of cedar trees and green maples are wonderful, and I think the autumn leaves are a spectacular sight. Wind chimes add a refreshing sound to the Japanese summer. In the summer at Hotasan, wind chimes are displayed all over the corridors and Tsubasa Hall, and the pleasant sounds are soothing. In the main hall, "wishing wind chimes" are displayed, on which you can write your wishes on wooden strips of paper. The inside of the east wing to the right of the main hall is surrounded by a blackout curtain and lit up with transparent wind chimes. When you face the main hall, you will see the Chatan-ji Hall on the right. Many colorful wind chimes are hanging like beads, and the polka dots and pastel colors are very cute. This is the hall that used to be the main hall. Although faded, the compass of the Guardian of the Zodiac, which is displayed on the ceiling inside the hall, is magnificent. There are also colorful flowers enshrined in the flower water fountain. #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Shizuoka #ShizuokaTourism #EnshuSanzan #WindChimes #SummerEvent

#JapanTravelTactics If you're going out in Shizuoka wearing a yukata, first go to Mt. Hotasan! The wind chime path and the approach lined with purple Teru Teru Bouzu are photogenic no matter where you take a photo. You can fully enjoy the summer atmosphere. 　 Even on hot days, it was relatively comfortable because it was a place with many trees! Their dumplings are also famous, so we took a short break on the way. After worshiping, we went to "Kimikura Main Store" in Kakegawa City. In a calm Japanese space, you can enjoy a colorful meal with a row of small dishes and fragrant sencha tea. The limited-edition meal also comes with dessert, making you feel a little luxurious♡ We recommend a Japanese Shizuoka trip walking around in a yukata! #TravelPlanPost #OutingInYukata #ShizuokaTourism #Hotasan #KimikuraMainStore #WindChimesRoad #Teru Teru Bouzu #YukataTrip #PhotoSpot #SummerMemories #JapaneseTime

#CommentCircle We went to Mt. Hota in a yukata, and the wind chime path and purple Teru Teru Bozu were just so cute, and there were plenty of photogenic spots! The grounds have a calm atmosphere, and there's a cafe, so you can take a break, and it's the perfect place to take a leisurely stroll. Wearing a yukata makes you feel a little special, and it's fun to go to a place where you can feel the seasons♪ Please tell us in the comments what "places you're glad you went to in a yukata" and "places you want to go to in a yukata"! #CommentCircle #GoingOutInYukata #Mt.Hota #WindChimesPath #Teru Teru Bozu #YukataTrip #PhotogenicSpots #SummerOuting #ShizuokaTourism #JapaneseSummer

#JapanTravelStrategy We went out in yukata and headed to Hotaisan in Kakegawa. The approach to the shrine was lined with wind chimes, and the sound they made every time the wind blew was soothing and refreshing~🎐 The path of purple Teru Teru Bouzu was especially cute, and it was sure to look great in photos! After praying, we drove to Kimakura Main Branch for lunch. The limited-edition gozen lunch came with many small dishes, so it was a feast for the eyes, and we also enjoyed the fragrant sencha tea, and it even came with a dessert, so it was so luxurious...! The calm Japanese atmosphere was a perfect match for the yukata✨ It was the perfect mini-travel course for a summer outing! --- 👘Kakegawa｜Summer Yukata Stroll: Hattasan Temple & Kimikura Lunch Wore a yukata and strolled around Hattasan Temple in Kakegawa! The path lined with wind chimes made for a soothing soundtrack, and the adorable purple teru-teru bozu hanging along the walkway were super photogenic 🎐 After paying our respects, we headed to Kimikura Main Store for lunch. Their limited lunch set comes with several small dishes beautifully presented like a kaiseki meal. You also get to enjoy a pot of high-quality sencha, and the meal even finishes with a Japanese dessert. The calm, stylish tea house atmosphere paired perfectly with our yukata vibe! --- 🗺️Basic information Hattasan Son'eiji Temple Soneiji) Address: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi, Shizuoka Access: 20 minutes by bus from JR Fukuroi Station Highlights: Wind chime festival (only in summer), purple Teruteru Bozu, ward off evil spirits dumplings Kimikura Main Store Address: 510-5 Itazawa, Kakegawa, Shizuoka Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 (lunch 11:00-14:00) Closed: Wednesdays Highlights: Limited-edition set lunch, sencha and matcha sweets, Japanese-modern space --- #KakegawaLunch #HottasanWindChimes #TeruteruBozuRoad #KimikuraMainStore #YukataTrip #ShizuokaTourism #SummerShortTrip #WindChimeSando #SenchaLunch #JapaneseTea #KakegawaTrip #YukataDay #TeruteruBozu #HattasanTemple #KimikuraTea

#LimitedEvent --- When I went to Hotaisan, I was surprised to see purple Teru Teru Bozu dolls lined up along the approach to the temple! They swayed in the wind, and it looked like wishes were flying into the sky. The temple is famous for warding off evil spirits, but I was enchanted by the special scenery that can only be seen at this time of year. Purple is a calm color, but when there were a lot of them together, it felt somehow gorgeous and powerful. It's great for photos and gives you a slightly dreamy feeling 📸✨ --- Fukuroi | A Dreamy Walkway of Purple Teru Teru Bozu at Hattasan At Hattasan Temple in Fukuroi, I found a long path lined with rows of purple teru teru bozu (traditional weather dolls). They swayed gently in the breeze, creating a surreal and calming atmosphere. Though Hattasan is known as a temple for warding off misfortune, this seasonal display felt magical and full of hope. The purple color was surprisingly vibrant and photogenic – perfect for a peaceful yet stunning visit. --- 📍Basic Information | Hattasan Soneiji Temple Temple) Address: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi, Shizuoka Access: 15 minutes by bus from JR Fukuroi Station, or 10 minutes by taxi Highlights: Evil-warding Kannon, the famous "evil-warding dango", purple Teru Teru Bozu (limited time only) Purple Teru Teru Bozu: Usually displayed during the rainy season or around Tanabata (check before and after) --- #Hotasan #FukuroiTourism #PurpleTeruTeruBozu #TeruTeruBozuRoad #TempleofShizuoka #FantasticScenery #Hattasan #Fukuroi #PurpleTeruTeruBozu #TempleTrip #SeasonalScenery #ShizuokaTravel #HiddenGemJapan #PhotoSpotJapan

Hattasan Soneiji Temple, nestled in the forested hills of Fukuroi, Shizuoka Prefecture, offers a tranquil escape steeped in history and tradition. Founded in 725, this ancient temple is renowned for its association with good fortune and the warding off of evil. The journey to the main hall involves a peaceful ascent through lush greenery, with stone steps and winding paths that invite quiet reflection. Along the approach, visitors encounter a lively atmosphere with various street vendors and shops within the temple grounds. These stalls offer local specialties, including the famed yakuyoke dango—sweet rice dumplings believed to dispel misfortune. The contrast between the bustling lower area and the serene temple precincts creates a unique and immersive experience. The temple is also known for its seasonal beauty. In spring, over 700 cherry trees bloom, painting the landscape in delicate pink hues. Summer brings the enchanting Ten Thousand Light Festival, where countless lanterns illuminate the grounds, and the soothing sounds of wind chimes fill the air. Autumn offers vibrant foliage, enhancing the temple’s picturesque setting. Whether you’re seeking spiritual solace, cultural enrichment, or simply a peaceful stroll amidst nature, Hattasan Soneiji Temple provides a memorable and enriching experience.#japan #shizuokatrip #japantrip #shizuoka

#aprilblooms I visited Hattasan Soneiji Temple in April and was greeted by the peaceful charm of early-blooming wisteria, vibrant pink shibazakura (moss phlox), and fresh green maple leaves. Even though the wisteria had just started to bloom, the whole place felt like a spring paradise — calming and beautiful in every direction. It’s such a perfect spot to take a slow stroll and just breathe. Why You Should Visit: ✔ Bright, full shibazakura and lush green maple trees make for amazing spring scenery ✔ A peaceful temple atmosphere that’s super relaxing 📍Address: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi, Shizuoka 437-0032 #Fukuroi #Shizuoka #Japan #Hattasan #SpringFlowers #TempleVisit

#aprilblooms If you’re looking for a peaceful spring getaway filled with flowers, Hattasan Soneiji Temple in Shizuoka is a total gem. I visited in April and was absolutely blown away by the sea of blooming shibazakura (pink moss)! The vibrant pink carpet across the temple grounds was beyond soothing—it’s the kind of view that makes you want to just sit and breathe it all in. The temple itself has a serene, sacred atmosphere, and when it’s paired with the colorful flowers, it feels like stepping into a spring dream. It’s not too crowded either, so it’s perfect if you want to escape the city and recharge. Why You Should Visit: ✔ Stunning pink moss in full bloom during spring—perfect for flower lovers! ✔ A peaceful and spiritual atmosphere that’s great for relaxing strolls. 📍Address: 2777 Toyosawa, Fukuroi, Shizuoka 437-0032 #Fukuroi #Shizuoka #Japan #HattasanSoneiji #SpringFlowers #Shibazakura #TempleVibes

We previously introduced Hotasan Son'eiji Temple for its wind chime festival and hydrangeas, but during the rainy season, you can enjoy a cute tunnel of Teru Teru Bouzu 🤍 When I visited in 2022, there were colorful Teru Teru Bouzu like the one in the photo. I didn't have a good photo, but when I visited in 2023, the blue gradient created a different atmosphere! ! 1,200 Teru Teru Bouzu are displayed in front of the gate at the entrance to Hotasan Son'eiji Temple, so you can enjoy visiting the temple even during the gloomy rainy season, so we recommend it. I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of gradient Teru Teru Bouzu tunnel I'll see next year 😚 The atmosphere of the temple grounds is lovely and full of greenery, so please take a look around. ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Hotasan Soneiji Temple, Fukuroi City 📸: EOS 5D Mark4, iPhone 13 Pro ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ #DomesticTravelRecord #Shizuoka #ShizuokaTourism #ShizuokaTrip #FukuroiCity #Fukuroi #HotasanSoneijiTemple #Hotasan #RainySeason

Last time, we introduced the summer wind chime festival at Hotasan Son'eiji Temple. Not only in the summer, but also during the rainy season, the hydrangea and umbrella displays are a wonderful place🤍 The best time to see them is from mid to late June, when the beautiful, colorful hydrangeas bloom in blue, purple, and pink. They start blooming around late May, so it might be a good idea to go see them before the rainy season really starts! There are apparently about 3,000 hydrangeas🫢 There are also cute umbrellas☂️ displayed around the hydrangeas, which make for great photos📸 This is a recommended place for a girls' weekend trip! Be sure to visit during the rainy season this year. ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Hotasan Soneiji Temple, Fukuroi City 📸: EOS 5D Mark4, iPhone 13 Pro ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ #DomesticTravelRecord #Shizuoka #ShizuokaTourism #ShizuokaTrip #FukuroiCity #Fukuroi #HotasanSoneijiTemple #Hotasan

It's been getting pretty cold lately, so here's a post about the long-awaited summer 😆 Hotasan Son'eiji Temple in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture. In the summer, the temple is decorated with wind chimes, a seasonal feature of summer 🎐 Colorful wind chimes with various designs welcome worshippers, and their wonderful sounds reverberate throughout the temple 🤍 There are apparently 4,000 of them 🫢 My personal recommendation is the wind chime lighting up. The shining wind chimes were just so beautiful!! Even in the middle of summer, hearing the sound of wind chimes makes you feel a little cooler! The wind chime festival is held for a long period from the end of May to early September every year, so be sure to go this summer. ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Hotasan Soneiji Temple, Fukuroi City 📸: EOS 5D Mark4, iPhone 13 Pro ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ #Domestic travel record #Shizuoka #Shizuoka sightseeing #Shizuoka trip #Fukuroi City #Fukuroi #Hotasan Soneiji Temple #Hotasan

A seasonal feature of summer: the Enshu Sanzan Wind Chime Festival Among them are the wind chimes and Teru Teru Bozu at "Hotasan Son'eiji Temple", the umbrella sky, the chozuya (purification fountain), and many other photogenic spots, making it a very interesting place. ★A brightly colored Teru Teru Bozu in front of the Niomon Gate This Niomon Gate is a nationally designated important cultural property. It is said that the world changes when you pass through the gate. ★It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the Niomon Gate to the main hall. The rows of cedar trees and green maples are wonderful, and the autumn leaves are a spectacular sight. ★In the summer at Hotasan, wind chimes are displayed all over the corridors and the Tsubasa Hall and the pleasant sounds are soothing. In the main hall, "wishing wind chimes" are displayed, where you can write your wishes on wooden strips of paper. ★The inside of the east wing to the right of the main hall is surrounded by a blackout curtain, and is lit up with transparent wind chimes. ★When you face the main hall, the right side of the hall is the Shosondo (House of Deities), and there are many colorful wind chimes hanging like beads. The polka dots and pastel colors are so cute. ★The hall that was the former main hall. Although faded, the compass of the 12 Zodiac guardian deities is displayed on the ceiling inside the hall, and is impressive. ★The flower water fountain also has colorful flowers enshrined there. ★The Takoyakushido Hall is said to be particularly effective in improving skin and healing skin diseases and skin problems, and there is a tunnel of colorful wind chimes in front of it. ★In addition to the wind chimes, the hydrangea spot is also popular. There are about 3,000 hydrangeas planted in the temple grounds, and they are in full bloom in early June. At Hydrangea Square, where blue hydrangeas bloom, umbrellas are lined up in a row, making it a photogenic spot that often appears on social media. There are also umbrellas with hydrangeas painted on them in the foreground, so you can take some great shots with them. ★Kanzeon's specialty rice dumplings were given the name "Kushi-dango" by the Shogun family as a souvenir for those climbing the castle, and since then they have been loved by general visitors for over 150 years and are well-known as the specialty of Hotaisan, "evil-warding rice dumplings." The ticket machine sold two skewers of rice dumplings for 200 yen. The bite-sized skewers were smothered in a generous amount of lightly sweet bean paste, and were delicious. An umbrella sky was set up in front of the shop. Business hours: 8:00-17:00 ★Hotasan's parking lot🅿️ is located just before the approach to the shrine, and the parking fee is a reasonable 100 yen. ★There are souvenir shops and restaurants in front of the gate. Cold green tea soba noodles with grated yam My friend ordered "Cold soba noodles for protection from evil" with a rice dumpling It was topped with a generous amount of grated yam, and it gave me energy. ★Yukata rentals are also available, and there was a small photo spot. #domestictrip #Shizuoka #photogenicspot #summer #windchimes #tourism

#0 yen trip About the temples and teahouse shaved ice at Hotasan in Shizuoka Hottasan, located in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is officially called "Hottasan Son'ei-ji" and is a historic temple known for its warding off evil spirits. Founded in the Nara period, it is crowded with people who come to pray for protection from evil spirits and for good health. In particular, the Thousand-Armed Kannon Bodhisattva enshrined in the main hall is revered by many worshippers. The temple grounds are vast, and you can enjoy the nature of the four seasons, making it a quiet and soothing place. One of the attractions of Hotasan is the shaved ice served at the teahouse on the grounds. This shaved ice, perfect for a hot summer day, is characterized by its fluffy ice and homemade syrup. Particularly popular are the shaved ice flavored with Shizuoka-style matcha and roasted green tea, which have a refined sweetness and rich flavor. There are also syrups made with local specialties, and seasonal flavors are also available. After worship, taking a break with this delicious shaved ice is a truly blissful moment for all visitors.

It's almost time for hydrangeas! In parallel with them, wind chimes are being decorated🎐There is a spot where you can enjoy both of these photogenic items at once! It is "#Hotasan Son'eiji" in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is one of the Enshu Sanzan along with Kasui-sai and Yusan-ji, and is a historic temple with ties to the Tokugawa. This historic temple puts a lot of effort into making its temples photogenic‼ ️ Various events are held throughout the year, but this time from early summer to summer is when the most photogenic items are available✨Hydrangeas, hydrangea-colored umbrellas, hydrangea flower water basins, colorful umbrellas, teru-teru bozu, wind chimes, light-up wind chimes, and more. There is so much to see🤩That's because the "Wind Chime Festival" is being held from 5/25 to 9/1 at Imamoto Spot, Yusan-ji, and Kasui-sai, the Enshu Sanzan‼ ️The outside and inside are filled with various wind chime decorations!! ! [You can also rent yukata] There are people who think, "I want to go around in a yukata, but it's a pain to wear one," right? Don't worry! You can rent yukata at the entrance to the approach to the shrine👘And it's cheap too! Rent a yukata there and aim for even more beautiful photos📸 ☆☆☆Rental shop information☆☆☆📍Kimono dressing room Wakagi・Location: In front of the Hotaisan Gate (near the parking lot)・Opening hours: 10:00-17:00・Telephone number: 090-1988-8571・Price: Rental & dressing 2500 yen, elementary school students 1500 yen, dressing only 1500 yen・Recommendation: Make a reservation for rental! Call or DM OK ※DM from Instagram ------That's all! What do you think! If you're wondering where to go during the rainy season, be sure to check it out 😆 Make sure to grab a photogenic spot before summer 👍 ~ ...

Hattasan Son-ei-ji Temple is one of the three ancient temples of Enshu. It is the residence of the god of mercy who helps exorcise demons. It is also a popular place to see cherry blossoms because the temple is surrounded by cherry trees. I think it will be very beautiful when the cherry blossom season comes. This temple is quite spacious and quiet. The air is quite cool and comfortable. You can walk around the temple and enjoy it. There is a shop selling red bean mochi and hot green tea 🍵 which is very delicious. There is also a restaurant, which is a type of Japanese cultural food. It tastes good and delicious. ❤️ #TravelAbroad #TravelJapan

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