JAPAN FIRE MAPDescription
On July 5, 2025, a fire destroyed the main hall of Manpuku-ji in the Nishitani area of Izumo, Shimane Prefecture. The fire was reported around 4:55 p.m. by a nearby resident who saw heavy smoke. The wooden main hall was destroyed and fire spread to surrounding forest. The fire was suppressed about three hours later. No injuries were reported. Police and fire authorities are investigating the cause.
Key facts
- Date
- Jul 5, 2025
- Time
- around 4:55 p.m.
- Location
- Izumo, Shimane
- Casualties
- 0 deaths, 0 injuries
- Damage
- Main hall destroyed; forest burned
Photos
After
Manpuku-ji main hall after the fire, July 5, 2025
Sanin Chuo Shimbun · Source
Location
Sources
Sanin Chuo Shimbun
Manpuku-ji main hall destroyed in Izumo; forest fire spreadJul 5, 2025 · ja
Yomiuri Shimbun
Temple fire in Izumo mountains; main hall burnedJun 12, 2026 · ja