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Established in 1436, Honpō-ji temple has witnessed centuries of Kyoto’s history. This Nichiren Buddhist temple, nestled in the heart of Kyoto, emanates a sense of peaceful resilience. Honpō-ji’s story begins with its founder, Nisshin. He originally built the temple in the Higashinotōin-Ayakōji area. However, after a disagreement with the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, Nisshin was imprisoned and Honpō-ji was destroyed. Years later, in 1462, Nisshin was pardoned. He wasted no time in rebuilding Honpō-ji. The new location was Sanjō-Marikōji. Nisshin’s teachings gained a strong following. Honpō-ji thrived, becoming a prominent temple in Kyoto. Tragedy struck again in 1536 during the Tenmon Hokke Rebellion. The resulting destruction swept through Kyoto’s Nichiren sect temples, including Honpō-ji. Yet, like a phoenix from the ashes, Honpō-ji rose again in 1542 at Ichijō Horikawa-agaru. Its final move, in 1590, brought it to its current location at Ogawa Teranouchi-agaru in Kamigyō-ku. Honpō-ji faced yet another challenge in 1788. The Great Tenmei Fire ravaged much of Kyoto, and Honpō-ji was not spared. The buildings you see today are largely reconstructions from after the fire. They stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of Honpō-ji. This temple has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times. Each rebirth signifies its importance to the community and its resilience in the face of adversity.

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