In the heart of Osaka’s lively Namba district, just steps away from the dazzling chaos of Dotonbori, lies a place so quiet and sacred that you might miss it if you’re not paying attention. Tucked away in a narrow alleyway, covered in moss and mystery, Hozenji Temple is one of Osaka’s most fascinating spiritual enclaves. While most travellers come to Osaka for food and fun, few realise that this city also holds deep spiritual traditions—some still performed in the shadows of
