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Nishi Hongan-ji (Ryogoku-san Hongan-ji)
京都市下京区堀川通花屋町本願寺門前町
A Buddhist temple established in the 16th century. It serves as the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha sect.
What visitors say
The vast temple grounds feature majestic architectural structures, including the National Treasure Oedo Hall and the Amida Hall. The buildings showcase exquisite details, such as the 'umaki' technique (wooden blocks carved into fish shapes) and the Higaikaku pavilion, which extends over a pond. A large ginkgo tree also stands within the grounds, offering seasonal scenery that allows visitors to enjoy a quiet and serene atmosphere during their visit.
Opening hours
- Monday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Thursday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Friday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Saturday: 5:30 – 17:00
- Sunday: 5:30 – 17:00
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode and Shuuse (New Year's Rite)
The head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha sect and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Shuuse rite is held in the New Year.
The head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha sect, founded by Shinran Shonin, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Shuuse rite is held in the National Treasure, the O-eido (Amida Hall), during the New Year.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・UNESCO World Heritage site
- ・Head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha sect
- ・National Treasure: O-eido (Amida Hall)
- January 9-16Go-seiki Houonkou (Annual Memorial Lecture for the Founding Patriarch)
The most important annual Buddhist rite held in remembrance of the founding patriarch, Shonin Shonin.
Held from January 9 to 16, this is the most significant rite of the Honmon Butsushu sect, conducted on the anniversary of the founding patriarch's death. Many followers from across the country visit to pay their respects.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Remembrance of the founding patriarch
- ・Most important annual rite
- ・Visits by followers from nationwide
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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