In 1416, the old grounds of Ryuhon-ji Temple at Shijo-dori and Kushige-dori Avenues were claimed by Mt. Hiei for its branch temple, and Honno-ji Temple was built on the site.
応永23年（1416年）四条櫛笥の旧地に比叡山末寺として、本応寺が建立される。