Hōon-ji Temple

What it is

• A Nichiren sect temple.
• Founded in 1458 by Ōta Dōkan.
• Established as a prayer temple for Edo Castle.
• Its mountain name is Hirakawasan.

What to see

• The Jikkai Mandala is the principal image.
• Ōta Dōkan's memorial pagoda is a cultural property.
• Ōta clan's seven-generation memorial pagoda is a historic site.

When to go

• Events include Sumidagawa Kawasegaki.

Getting there

• 12-minute walk from Kinshichō Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.