Honnoji Temple
Honnō-ji本能寺
Honnoji Temple
Honnō-ji本能寺
About Honnoji Temple
Honnō-ji is a Nichiren sect temple forever marked by the 'Honnō-ji Incident' of 1582, where the great warlord Oda Nobunaga was betrayed by his general Akechi Mitsuhide and forced to commit seppuku. The original temple was destroyed in the attack; this reconstructed sanctuary stands at a different location, serving as a powerful memorial to one of the most dramatic turning points in Japanese history. A small museum on site houses treasures and artifacts related to Nobunaga and the temple's storied past.
Cultural Assets
Folding Screen by Kanō Naonobu
ArtworkA folding screen by a master of the Kanō school, housed within the Daihoden Treasure Museum.
Oda Nobunaga's Memorial
ArtworkA memorial grave for the warlord Oda Nobunaga, located in the inner grounds behind the main hall.
Cultural Experiences
Oda Nobunaga Memorial Service
No Reservation NeededAvailability: Annually on June 2nd
The main grounds are open for worship from 6:00. The Daihoden Treasure Museum is open from 9:00, with last admission at 16:30.
Entry to the temple grounds and main hall is free. A separate fee (¥500 for adults) is required for the Daihoden Treasure Museum.
Allow 30-45 minutes to explore the grounds. A visit to the Daihoden Treasure Museum will add another 30-60 minutes.
The main grounds are flat and located in a modern, accessible part of the city. Access into the main hall or museum may have thresholds or steps.
Best Time to Visit
As a centrally located but often quiet temple, a visit on a weekday morning or late afternoon offers the most tranquil experience.
Getting There
A 1-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Tozai Subway Line. It is also a short walk from Sanjo Station (Keihan Line) and Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu Line).
Photography Policy
Photography is generally permitted outdoors. It is prohibited inside the main hall and the Daihoden Treasure Museum. Please respect all posted signs.