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Hogenji Temple is a temple with a history of over XNUMX years.
It is not a special spiritual place or sacred place with a long history, but
It is a temple that exists together with the community and the people who live there.

"Temple Hotel Minami Alps Hogenji"
It is not a lodging house located within the grounds of a temple.
This shukubo became a new point of contact between Hogenji and the local community,
Even after XNUMX years or XNUMX years, people will
I want to use this as an opportunity to live a rich life.

During your stay, you can enjoy experiences at the temple.
We hope you enjoy the charm of the area.

              Hogenji Temple Chief Priest Mizuho Yokoyama

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Mizuho Yokoyama
He lives with his grandmother, parents (predecessor couple), wife, and three children.Her hobbies are camping and outdoor activities.
He is the representative of Bozudo, a group of super-sectarian monks in Yamanashi Prefecture, and the director of SOCIAL TEMPLE, a general incorporated association that works with people from various professions and students.
As a local Buddhist monk in modern Japan, he is currently searching for ways to engage with the local community.He is also working to spread the word ``Temple Morning,'' a morning cleaning event at temples.