Bansho-ji Temple
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Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:06
Welcome to Bansho-ji, perhaps the most visually striking and historically significant 'hidden' temple in the Osu district. As we approach this site, it is important to discard any preconceived notions of what a Buddhist temple…
Listen in the app2The Legacy of Oda Nobunaga and the Incident of Incense2:31
To understand the cultural weight of Bansho-ji, we must recount the famous historical episode that occurred during the funeral of Oda Nobuhide. As the story goes, his son, the young and brash Nobunaga, arrived at the temple…
Listen in the app3Technological Spirituality: The LED Altar and Modern Ritual2:31
One of the most innovative aspects of Bansho-ji is its approach to the afterlife in a space-constrained urban environment. As we explore the upper floors, we encounter the 'Suishoden' or Crystal Hall. …
Listen in the app4Closing1:45
As we depart from Bansho-ji, take a moment to reflect on the audacity of this place. It is a temple that honors a man who defied convention, and it continues to do so by redefining what a sacred space can be. …
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What is Bansho-ji Temple?
Bansho-ji Temple is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Total length | 8 min 53 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.1587, 136.9042 |
| Last updated |
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