Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
西本願寺
Nishi Hongan-ji is a World Heritage temple, head of Jodo Shinshu, with significant history and architecture.
What it is
- Head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Hongan-ji sect.
- Founded in 1272 as Shinran's mausoleum.
- Moved to current site in 1591 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
- A registered World Heritage site.
What to see
- Principal image is Amitabha Tathagata.
- Amida-do Hall, rebuilt in 1760.
- Buildings and gardens show Momoyama culture.
- North Assembly Hall and Taiko-ro Tower.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市下京区堀川通花屋町下ル本願寺門前町60 Open in Google Maps
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