Honsen-ji Fire

本専寺

Sakai, Fukui

May 21, 2025

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Description

On May 21, 2025, a fire destroyed the main hall of Honsen-ji in Sakai (Maruoka), Fukui Prefecture. The fire was reported around 10:30 a.m. by a monk at the temple. The main hall was engulfed in flames within minutes and burned to the ground. The reporting monk sustained minor injuries. A firefighter was also transported for suspected heatstroke. Police and fire authorities are investigating the cause.

Key facts

When

Date: May 21, 2025
Time: around 10:30 a.m.

Site

Location: Sakai, Fukui

Impact

Casualties: 0 deaths, 1 injuries
Damage: Main hall destroyed

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NNN / FBC Fukui
Honsen-ji main hall destroyed in Sakai; monk injured
May 21, 2025 · ja
Fukui Broadcasting
Temple fire in Maruoka; main hall burned rapidly
May 21, 2025 · ja

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