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Honryū-ji Temple

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Honryuji is a historic Nichiren Buddhist temple in Tokyo, notable for its winter solstice festival and unique statue.

Honryū-ji Temple
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What it is

  • It is a Nichiren Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1597 by Nissei.
  • Moved to its current location in 1687.

What to see

  • Main hall enshrines a Myoken Bosatsu statue.
  • Burial site for various Nose family members.
  • Grave of Yanagiya Kingoro.

When to go

  • Star Festival is held on the winter solstice.

Getting there

  • 5-minute walk from Takanawadai Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都品川区東五反田3-6-17 Open in Google Maps

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