Ikegami Honmonji Temple

An Important Site Related to Nichiren

Ikegami Honmonji is a temple dedicated to Nichiren, a revered, 13th-century Buddhist monk and philosopher whose teachings formed the basis of Nichiren Buddhism. The temple was built where Nichiren died and still serves as the administrative headquarters of the Nichiren sect.

Today, the grounds are a historical and cultural gateway into the past. Admire the captivating architecture and impressive five-story pagoda. During April, the temple is especially enchanting when its delicate cherry blossoms bloom.

If you’re in the area on October 12, don’t miss the temple’s annual Ikegami Honmonji Oeshiki festival—a memorial to mark Nichiren’s passing. Held in the evening, this festival features an atmospheric parade of roughly 3,000 worshippers carrying holy lanterns.

Ikegami Honmonji Temple 1-1-1 Ikegami, Ota City, Tokyo 146-8576

Nearest station Ikegami Station (Tokyu Ikegami Line) or Nishi-Magome Station (Toei Asakusa Line) — ~10 min walk from Ikegami Station

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Open:
Grounds: open 24 hours | Main hall: 5am–4pm | Prayer reception: 10am–3pm

Price:
Free admission (small fee for Treasury access or special ceremonies)

How to get there:

Ikegami Honmonji Temple is about a:

10-minute walk from Ikegami Station on the Ikegami Line.
15-minute walk from Nishi-Magome Station on the Asakusa Line.