Hononji
📍 Aichi, Nagoya · Shiratori 2-3-20, Atsuta Ward, Nagoya
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
A temple bearing wish in its name, dwelling in Atsuta's Shiratori while the teaching of nembutsu echoes ceaselessly. Amida's call I have heard countless times resonates deeply in visitors' hearts, gently guiding their lives. Thoughts of the distant Pure Land bloom everywhere here.
Benefits
Pure Land rebirthNembutsu fulfillmentPrayer fulfillment