Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple
築地本願寺 · 쓰키지
Buddhist temple in Tokyo, Japan
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:58
Welcome to Tsukiji Hongan-ji, a temple that immediately challenges one's expectations of Japanese Buddhist architecture. As we stand before its grand facade, you will notice that it looks more like a palace from ancient India…
Listen in the app2The Main Hall — A Global Sanctuary1:45
Step inside the Main Hall, and you are immediately struck by the vast, open space. Unlike many traditional temples that are dimly lit and partitioned, the interior of Tsukiji Hongan-ji is expansive and bright. …
Listen in the app3The 18th Vow — Spiritual Foundations1:23
The theology of Jodo Shinshu is deeply embedded in the very structure and rituals of this temple. At its heart is the '18th Vow' of Amida Nyorai, which promises that all beings who call upon his name with sincere faith will be…
Listen in the app4Cafe Tsumugi — The Ritual of Breakfast1:34
No visit to Tsukiji Hongan-ji is complete without experiencing Cafe Tsumugi, located in the modern wing of the temple grounds. This cafe has become famous for its '18-item breakfast,' a culinary tribute to the 18th Vow of Amida…
Listen in the app5The Memorial Hall — Continuity and Change1:21
As we move toward the back of the grounds, we find the memorial hall and administrative buildings. This area serves as the engine room of the temple, where the daily needs of the congregation are met. …
Listen in the app6The Outer Courtyard — Sensory Transitions1:28
Standing in the outer courtyard, we can appreciate the full scale of Ito Chuta's vision. The wide, paved area allows for large gatherings and provides a necessary buffer between the temple and the bustling streets of Chuo-ku. …
Listen in the app7Final Reflections1:26
As we conclude our time at Tsukiji Hongan-ji, let us reflect on the temple's role as a bridge—not just between different architectural styles, but between the past and the future, and between the sacred and the everyday. We have…
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What is Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple?
Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple is a place in 쓰키지 with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 쓰키지 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 10 min 55 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.6664, 139.7722 |
| Last updated |
