Hon'en Jinja

📍 Kanagawa, Kawasaki · 1-2-1 Hatsuyama, Miyamae-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

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

History

Byakko

What I shall speak of is Hon'en-ji Temple in Miyamae-ku, Kawasaki. As a Nichiren sect temple, this temple has gathered the faith of local people for a long time. The name Hon'en-ji seems to represent the profound teaching of seeing through to the essence far and wide. The precincts are enveloped in silence, calming the hearts of visitors. It is said to have benefits that align with people's wishes, such as family safety, good health, and academic success, attracting many worshipers. It is a historical temple that protects the teachings of Nichiren Shonin and wishes for the happiness of people.

Benefits

Family safetyGood healthAcademic success

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