Myoren-ji

📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 2-1-5 Kikuna, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa

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Hours

9:00–16:30

Fee

Direct-write

Unavailable

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Myoren-ji is a Nichiren Buddhist temple that has long gathered people's faith in the land of Yokohama. Founded in the Kamakura period, it is said that Saint Nichiren preached the Lotus Sutra in this area. The main hall enshrines the image of Saint Nichiren, and many believers visit for worship. This temple is said to offer benefits rooted in daily life, such as traffic safety, exorcism, and family safety, and is deeply revered by the local community. It is a place where one can offer prayers with a sincere heart in a quiet and calm atmosphere.

Benefits

Traffic safetyExorcismFamily safety

Tips

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Access

小田急線向ヶ丘遊園駅から徒歩約15分でアクセスできます。駅南口を出て、案内標識に従い進むと到着します。

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Parking

境内に駐車場があり、乗用車は約10台程度収容可能です。混雑時期は満車になる可能性があるため、早めの到着をお勧めします。

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