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Hoteidō Hall
Hoteidō Hall is dedicated to Hotei, one of the Seven Gods of Fortune (shichifukujin). Depicted with a smile, a bald head, and a round belly poking out of his robes, Hotei is an auspicious figure who represents prosperity and happiness. Hotei is also considered a protector of children, so many parents visit this hall to pray for their children’s health.
Hoteidō Hall has become a popular place for breastfeeding parents to leave votive tablets (ema) inscribed with prayers for successful nursing. The connection between Hotei and nursing is unclear, but it is thought that the temple was dedicated to the wet nurse of Prince Shōtoku (574–622). The hall is also called the “Wet Nurse’s Temple.”
Prince Shōtoku grew up to be the founder of Shitennōji Temple and a prominent statesman and proponent of Buddhism.
This hall is visited not only by parents and caretakers but by anyone seeking some luck from Hotei. Many places in Japan have local pilgrimages to visit different shrines and temples associated with each of the Seven Gods of Fortune, and in Osaka, this is one of those sacred spots.
Hoteidō Hall has become a popular place for breastfeeding parents to leave votive tablets (ema) inscribed with prayers for successful nursing. The connection between Hotei and nursing is unclear, but it is thought that the temple was dedicated to the wet nurse of Prince Shōtoku (574–622). The hall is also called the “Wet Nurse’s Temple.”
Prince Shōtoku grew up to be the founder of Shitennōji Temple and a prominent statesman and proponent of Buddhism.
This hall is visited not only by parents and caretakers but by anyone seeking some luck from Hotei. Many places in Japan have local pilgrimages to visit different shrines and temples associated with each of the Seven Gods of Fortune, and in Osaka, this is one of those sacred spots.