Around Waseda: Hosen-ji Temple
Fri, Feb 13, 2015Hosen-ji Temple (Feb. 3, 2015)
Nanmon street (South Gate)
Go down Nanmon street and you will find Hosen-ji Temple
Someone visiting Hosen-ji Temple despite the cold weather
‘Katsumori’ (勝守り） victory charm
Hosen-ji（宝泉寺） Temple is located right outside the south gate of Waseda University. The temple is approximately 1,200 years old and previously occupied a large portion of Waseda University’s campus. The temple is well known for its Katsumori (勝守り), or ‘victory charm’ which has a white ‘W’ embroidered on a bordeaux cloth. The charm is popular among entrance exam test-takers and is believed to provide protection and support. General entrance exams began yesterday and we wish all test-takers the best of luck.
