Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden
Tokyo Prefecture · Japan
A buddhist temples, one of the constituent temples of the Sensoji Temple. Find out why there are so many radishes in the temple and painted on the lanterns
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden, one of Tokyo's most historically significant yet tranquil sacred sites. Nestled on a small hill in the Asakusa district, this temple is a subsidiary of the grand Senso-ji, yet it possesses…
Listen in the app2The Ascent and the Sanmon Gate
To reach the heart of the temple, one must first climb the stone staircase leading from the street level. This physical ascent serves as a metaphorical transition, leaving the secular world behind to reach the 'pure land' above. …
Listen in the app3The Main Hall (Hondo) and Esoteric Rituals
The Hondo, or Main Hall, is the spiritual epicenter of Matsuchiyama Shoden. Rebuilt after the destructions of World War II, the current structure maintains the gravity and proportions of its predecessors. …
Listen in the app4The Symbols of Prosperity: The Radish and the Pouch
As you wander the grounds adjacent to the Hondo, look for the various stone carvings and relief work that feature the temple's signature icons. The crossed radishes, or 'futa-daikon,' are frequently paired with the 'kinchaku,' or…
Listen in the app5The Hillside Garden and the Monorail
Because Matsuchiyama Shoden is situated on a hill, the temple has utilized its slope to create a unique vertical garden. This area provides a lush, green contrast to the paved courtyards of the main complex. …
Listen in the app6The Ginko Tree and Natural Longevity
Standing prominently on the temple grounds is a massive, ancient Ginko tree. Ginko trees are often found in Japanese temples because they are remarkably resistant to fire—their thick bark and high water content helped many sacred…
Listen in the app7Closing
As we conclude our visit to Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden, let us reflect on the profound simplicity of its message. In a world that often feels cluttered and chaotic, this temple offers the image of a clean, white radish as a…
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What is Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden?
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden is a place in Tokyo Prefecture · Japan with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Tokyo Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.7170, 139.8030 |
| Last updated |
