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Myohōnji Temple - 妙本寺 (built 13th century onward)

Myohōnji temple is erected at the site of a battle that occurred here in the early 13th century between two factions competing for the Shogunate. The founder of the temple, Yoshimoto, established the temple for the respite of the souls of his father and family members who had been killed in the battle. This was done at the advice of the priest Nichiren, whom Yoshimoto greatly admired.

An excellent description of the temple may be found at the following external website: http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~QM9T-KNDU/myohon.htm

For GPS users: According to the author's GPS, the temple is located at 35 19.02974' N, 139 33.26249' E.