Honpō Jinja

📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 1379 Koike-cho, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

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About

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

History

Byakko

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

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