Hongyō-ji, Buddhist temple in Ikegami, Japan.
The temple complex spans 100,000 square meters and contains a grand hall, entrance gate, and a five-story pagoda from 1608 in Tokyo's Ota district.
Nichiren, the founder of the Buddhist school bearing his name, passed away at this location in 1282, leading to its transformation into a complete temple.
The Ikegami Honmonji Oeshiki Ceremony in October brings 300,000 participants who carry lanterns with decorations that look like cherry blossoms.
Visitors can reach the temple through a 15-minute walk from Ikegami Station on the Tokyu-Ikegami Line or from Nishi-Magome Station on the Toei Asakusa Line.
The temple houses a memorial tablet for the USS Oneida sinking of 1870, which commemorates the loss of 125 sailors in Japanese waters.
Location: Ikegami
Inception: 1283
Address: 東京都大田区池上2-10-5
Website: https://hongyozi.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.58033,139.70333
Latest update: March 12, 2025 10:35
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