Honen-do
📍 Shiga, Otsu · 4220 Sakamoto Honmachi, Otsu, Shiga
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
The Honen-do nestled in Mount Hiei's embrace enshrines the spirit of Honen, founder of Pure Land Buddhism. The invocation of Amida Buddha taught by Honen has saved countless common people's hearts. The weight of history and warmth of faith felt here has not faded through nearly a thousand years.
Benefits
Honen's Pure Land TeachingPure Land Path
