homma

Homma is a Japanese surname. The most common kanji form is 本間, though variants exist. The name is read in Japanese as Honma or Homma, and English spellings vary by family tradition and romanization.

A notable bearer of the name is Masaharu Homma, a general in the Imperial Japanese Army who commanded Japanese forces in the Philippines during World War II. He was later tried for war crimes and executed in 1948. The surname appears in various contexts beyond this individual, reflecting its status as a traditional family name in Japan.

Because of different romanization practices, some people with the surname may appear as Honma in Western texts. The usage of Homma in English-language references often follows historical or personal preference rather than a single standardized form. The name is part of a broader set of Japanese surnames that may share similar kanji readings but diverge in spelling in international contexts.