Nishi Hongan-ji, Buddhist temple in Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan
The temple complex contains multiple wooden halls, including the Goeido Hall and Amidado Hall, connected by covered corridors and surrounding gardens.
Toyotomi Hideyoshi established Nishi Honganji in 1591 after the original head temple Ishiyama Honganji was destroyed during conflicts with Oda Nobunaga.
The temple functions as the headquarters of the Jodo-Shin Buddhist sect's Honganji faction, directing more than 10,000 subtemples across Japan and 200 overseas.
Located within walking distance from Kyoto Station, the temple opens daily from 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM without admission fees.
The Daishoin garden presents a waterless landscape design that uses sand, stones, and plants to represent natural elements.
Location: Shimogyō-ku
Inception: 1591
Founders: Kōsa
Part of: Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
Address: 京都府京都市下京区堀川通花屋町下ル本願寺門前町60 600-8226
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 05:30-17:00
Phone: +81753715181
Website: https://hongwanji.or.jp/english/hongwanji
GPS coordinates: 34.99205,135.75161
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:15
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