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Pay respects at Shotendo on the cliff, walk the cool temple path

About this spot

A historic temple clinging to the cliffs of Ikoma Mountain's mid-slope, with the main hall and pagoda dramatically stacked along the steep face. Known affectionately as "Shotendo," it is revered for business prosperity and household safety. Since its establishment in the Edo period, this temple has attracted many pilgrims, with numerous lanterns and buildings arranged in layers along the slope. The temple path is lined with towering cedar trees, keeping it cool and pleasant to walk even in summer. The Hozan-ji cable car station is nearby, making it easy even for families who aren't fond of mountain hiking. From within the temple grounds, you can enjoy views overlooking the town of Ikoma—a fresh and rejuvenating start to your day.

Fireworks details

Name: 北コミde盆踊り祭

Date & time: 8/30 (Sun) Time TBA

Venue: 生駒市・北コミュニティセンターISTAはばたき

生駒市北部の地域住民に長く親しまれてきた夏の盆踊り大会です。北コミュニティセンターISTAはばたきの駐車場を会場に、日が暮れた17時ごろから提灯が灯され、中央のやぐらを囲んで盆踊りの輪ができ始めます。地元の子ども会や自治会が中心となって運営される、地域密着型の温かい雰囲気が魅力の祭りで、初めて訪れる家族でも輪に入りやすい和やかな空気に包まれます。夜が更けるにつれて輪はだんだんと大きくなり、20時30分ごろまで盆踊りの時間が続きます。

Tips

駐車場が会場となるため、車で訪れる場合は周辺の交通規制や駐車台数に注意しましょう。徒歩や自転車での来場が確実です。虫よけスプレーがあると屋外での夜の時間を快適に過ごせます。荒天時は中止や日程変更の可能性があるため、当日は生駒市や自治会の案内を確認しておくと安心です。

Source: summer.walkerplus.com

Tips

Take the Ikoma Cable Car from Ikoma Station to Hozan-ji Station, then a 10-minute walk along the temple path. There are many stone steps, so wear comfortable shoes. In summer, walking through the tree-shaded temple path keeps you cool. Entry to the temple grounds is free.