Honkō-ji Temple
本光寺
Honkō-ji Temple is a historic temple with unique architecture and a significant connection to Japanese religious history.
What it is
- A standalone temple founded in 1382.
- Originally Shingon sect, converted to Hokke sect.
- Known by its mountain name, Kyōōzan.
- Site of the Shinagawa Mondō debate.
What to see
- Main hall, rebuilt in 1968.
- Three-story pagoda built in 1985.
- Treasure pagoda built in 1985.
- Wooden seated statue of Nichiren Saint.
- Statue of the founder from Jōgyō-ji Temple.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都品川区南品川4-2-8 Open in Google Maps
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