Honpō Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 1379 Koike-cho, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This temple is Honpō-ji Temple, which has been in Koike-cho, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama since ancient times. The name Honpō-ji seems to represent the grave responsibility of protecting and transmitting the true teachings of Buddha. In the precincts, a space where silence and solemnity harmonize spreads, captivating the hearts of visitors. It is said to have benefits that respond to 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. The true teachings of Buddha are carefully inherited here.
Benefits
Family safetyGood healthAcademic success