Oda Nobunaga's grave and Nohime's last place Shizuoka Nishiyama Honmonji Temple
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2024
- Nishiyama Honmonji is one of the head temples of the Nichiren sect, and is a temple located in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
It is said to have been founded by Nichiren Shonin in 1260, and in 1344, Nishiyama Honmonji was built with a donation of temple land from Nishiyama Jito Ouchi Ankiyo. After that, it fell into disrepair after several wars, but was rebuilt in the Edo period and continues to this day.
The grounds of Nishiyama Honmonji Temple are large, with an area of approximately 50,000 tsubo. In addition to major buildings such as the main hall, three-storied pagoda, and Soshi-do Hall, there are many temple facilities. There are also ancient trees that are hundreds of years old and a beautiful garden within the grounds, where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons.
Nishiyama Honmon-ji Temple has many cultural properties, including the main hall, three-storied pagoda, and Soshi-do Hall, which have been designated as important cultural properties. It also houses letters and relics of Saint Nichiren.
The relationship between Nishiyama Honmonji and Oda Nobunaga is based on an ancient legend. According to the legend, the head of Nobunaga, who was killed in the Honnoji Incident, was brought back to Nishiyama Honmonji Temple by his vassal, Harashima no kami Muneyasu, on the instructions of Honinbo Sasansa, who had played a game of Go in front of Nobunaga. It is said that he was buried in a mound planted with holly.
In the precincts of Nishiyama Honmonji Temple, there is still a 450-year-old old tree that is said to be the same holly tree, and is said to be Nobunaga's head mound. It is also said that Nobunaga's memorial tablet is enshrined inside the temple.
Overview of Nishiyama Honmonji Temple
history
Nishiyama Honmonji is one of the head temples of the Nichiren sect, and is a temple located in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is said to have been founded by Nichiren Shonin in 1260, and in 1344, Nishiyama Honmonji was built with a donation of temple land from Nishiyama Jito Ouchi Ankiyo. After that, it fell into disrepair after several wars, but was rebuilt in the Edo period and continues to this day.
Precinct
The grounds of Nishiyama Honmonji Temple are large, with an area of approximately 50,000 tsubo. In addition to major buildings such as the main hall, three-storied pagoda, and Soshi-do Hall, there are many temple facilities. There are also ancient trees that are hundreds of years old and a beautiful garden within the grounds, where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons.
cultural assets
Nishiyama Honmon-ji Temple has many cultural properties, including the main hall, three-storied pagoda, and Soshi-do Hall, which have been designated as important cultural properties. It also houses letters and relics of Saint Nichiren.
Annual events
Various events are held at Nishiyama Honmonji throughout the year. Particularly famous are the ``Oeshiki'' held in April every year and the ``Nobunagako Yellow Leaves Festival'' held in November. Oeshiki is a memorial service held on the anniversary of Saint Nichiren's death, and many people come to worship. The Nobunaga Yellow Leaves Festival is a festival associated with the legend of Oda Nobunaga's head mound, which is passed down at Nishiyama Honmonji Temple, and includes historical parades and tea parties.
Relationship with Oda Nobunaga
The relationship between Nishiyama Honmonji and Oda Nobunaga is based on an ancient legend. According to the legend, the head of Nobunaga, who was killed in the Honnoji Incident, was brought back to Nishiyama Honmonji Temple by his vassal, Harashima no kami Muneyasu, on the instructions of Honinbo Sasansa, who had played a game of Go in front of Nobunaga. It is said that he was buried in a mound planted with holly.
In the precincts of Nishiyama Honmonji Temple, there is still a 450-year-old old tree that is said to be the same holly tree, and is said to be Nobunaga's head mound. It is also said that Nobunaga's memorial tablet is enshrined inside the temple.
Although it is not certain whether this legend is a historical fact or not, it still attracts the interest of many people as it shows that there was a deep connection between Nishiyama Honmonji and Oda Nobunaga.
Access to Nishiyama Honmonji Temple
Nishiyama Honmonji Temple is about a 15-minute walk or about a 5-minute bus ride from Fujinomiya Station on the JR Minobu Line. It is also about 10 minutes by car from Fuji IC on the Tomei Expressway.
parking
If you come by car, there is a parking lot inside the temple. However, the number of parking spaces is limited, so if congestion is expected, we recommend using public transportation.
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