Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
東本願寺
Higashi Hongan-ji Temple is a historic Jodo Shinshu head temple with a unique past.
What it is
- Head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Higashi Honganji-ha sect.
- Founded in 1651 by Kyonyo, 12th head of Higashi Honganji.
- Principal image is Amitabha Tathagata.
- Became a standalone religious corporation.
What to see
- Main hall rebuilt with steel-reinforced concrete in 1939.
- Depicted in Hokusai's 'Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji'.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都台東区西浅草1-5-5 Open in Google Maps
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