Honnō-ji

The temple features various religious artifacts, including a Lotus Mandala, precious tea utensils, and historical documents related to military commander Oda Nobunaga.

Originally established in 1415 by Buddhist monk Nichiryu near Aburakoji street, the temple relocated to Nishijin district in 1429 and underwent seven reconstructions.

The temple holds numerous Buddhist treasures in its museum, including an incense burner shaped like a three-legged frog and paintings by Naonobu Kano.

Located at 522-1 Shimo Honnojimae-cho, the temple opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with entry fees ranging from 250 to 500 yen.

The temple witnessed the dramatic end of warlord Oda Nobunaga in 1582, when his general Akechi Mitsuhide initiated an attack that led to Nobunaga's death.

Location: Nakagyō Ward

Inception: 1415

Founders: Nichiryū

Architects: Shun'ichi Amanuma

Part of: 洛中法華21寺

Address: 522 京都府京都市中京区寺町通御池下ル下本能寺前町522 京都市 (Kyoto)

Phone: +81752315335

Website: https://kyoto-honnouji.jp/language.html

GPS coordinates: 35.01029,135.76828

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:19