Buddhist templeChiba

Hokekyō-ji Temple

法華経寺

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The Soshidō was founded in 1325. Its major conservation project ran from 1987 to 1997.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1325
Construction
KamakuraRecorded event
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Sources Ichikawa City Cultural Properties Division

About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Founder’s Hall
Large hall honoring Nichiren and the temple’s early teachers.
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Sacred Writings Repository
Repository protecting Nichiren’s original writings.
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Five-Story Pagoda
Pagoda established as a memorial for the Hon’ami family.
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Lotus Hall
Early temple hall associated with Nichiren’s preaching of the Lotus Sutra.
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Rasetsu Hall
Hall honoring Kishimojin and the Ten Rākṣasī.
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Myōken Hall
Hall enshrining Hokushin Myōken as a guardian deity.
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Uga Shrine Hall
Hall dedicated to Uga Tokushōjin, revered for harvests, fishing and prosperity.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Large-bus parking requires a telephone reservation; unreserved buses cannot park. Large and medium buses cannot enter the precinct parking area.

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