[Nation’s first among temples and shrines] “Katsuoji Temple”, which has a precinct of 80,000 tsubo with a difference in elevation, has created a barrier-free environment by introducing short-distance mobility media [Media briefing & test drive event: November 26, 2024 ( Tue) 10:30~》 Katsuoji Temple Press release: November 19, 2024 [Nation’s first among temples and shrines] “Katsuoji”, which has a precinct of 80,000 tsubo with a difference in elevation, has created a
barrier-free environment by introducing short-distance mobility [Media briefing & test drive event: Tuesday, November 26, 2024 10 :30~》 Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-ef22a81ed71b0e1db99c3ec9403b61c5-3900×2925.jpg Katsuoji is collaborating with WHILL Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director, President and CEO: Osamu Sugie, hereinafter referred to as “WHILL Co.”), and the company provides “WHILL Mobility Service”, which allows short-distance mobility without a license to be used temporarily within Katsuo-ji Temple grounds, will be available from Tuesday, November 26, 2024 I will.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-2b482249e9807601a51425843908d1bf-768×512.jpg [Provided by] WHILL Co., Ltd. Katsuoji Temple is “Meiji Forest Minoh Quasi-National Park” including the surrounding area It was designated as a national park in 1962. Located in a low mountain area (altitude 100-600m) in the northern part of Minoh City There are also other famous spots such as Minoh Falls, which has a drop of 33 meters. The 80,000 tsubo Katsuoji temple grounds also have differences in elevation, so one of the challenges is how to make movement within the grounds smoother It was. Therefore, this time, regardless of the presence or absence of a disability, age, nationality, etc. By creating an accessible environment where all people can enjoy pilgrimages and sightseeing in a natural and comfortable manner, we propose a new form of “worship visit” that will become commonplace in Japan in the future I will. A preview for the media will be held from 10:30 on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, the start date of operation. [Media briefing & test drive event] ●Implementation date and time: November 26, 2024 (Tuesday) 10:30-12:00 (scheduled) ●Meeting location: Worship entrance reception (please gather by 10:30) ●Advance application: Please contact the address listed for media, or Katsuoji homepage ” Inquiry ”Please contact us. *Participation without prior application is also possible. ●Information: Subject/Application for participation in the November 26th media briefing session Please write the text / “Company name”, “Name”, “Scheduled number”, and “Assumed Media”. 《Scheduled contents》 ◎From Katsuoji Temple, introduction history, expected user group, future goals, etc. ◎About WHILL products and WHILL mobility services from WHILL company ◎Q&A and photo session ◎Demo driving (route where you can experience beautiful spots in the shrine grounds and running performance) ◎Free interview/photography (individual interview with Katsuoji Temple and WHILL company) *We will allocate time for individual interviews and photography.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-dc9ab2ece38873057b146d14e01f37cf-1772×1179.jpg Katsuoji Temple is visited by a variety of people, including those who have difficulty walking and tourists from far away, who come to pray and sightsee. It is also becoming more popular among three-generation families, and the number of visitors is becoming more diverse. On the other hand, due to the characteristics of the area where temples and shrines are built, it is necessary to walk long distances with differences in elevation from the entrance to the main hall, and there are also many spots to stop at, such as Benzaiten Shrine, Kachi Daruma Offering Shelf, and Katsuo Temple Cemetery. Because the shrines are scattered all over the place, some visitors did not go up the stairs due to concerns about their physical strength or legs, and instead waited near the entrance for their companions to visit.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-531dd7d30750e9201269f5d05bc1953e-3900×2600.jpg Katsuoji Temple has been working on improving its environment for some time to make it easier to move around, such as installing slopes and renting out wheelchairs. In order to make it easier for all people to visit the shrine and enjoy a long and comfortable stay, we will continue to develop a barrier-free environment, including the recent “WHILL Mobility Service”.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-0d59b422812a8c45201a3a2f2a50e512-1772×1181.jpg [Service overview] ●Operation start date: November 26, 2024 (Tuesday) ●Rental location: Worship entrance reception ●Reception hours: Weekdays/Sundays/Holidays: 8:00-17:00 (last reception 16:30), Saturday: 8:00-18:00 (last reception 17:30) *Night illumination period until 20:30 (last reception 20:00) ●Usage fee: Free (3 devices) ●How to use: Can be rented on-site on the day. After signing the consent form at the reception and explaining how to use it, we will lend it to you. ●Usage conditions: Weight 115 kg or less, foot rest when seated, attentiveness required for operation, etc. *Subject to change without notice. WHILL was founded in Japan in May 2012, and has developed short-distance transportation products and services in approximately 30 countries and regions with the mission of “making transportation fun and smart for everyone.” Our main businesses are the development and sale of Will, a short-distance mobility vehicle that features high design and operability, and mobility services (corporate
rental/self-driving) that utilize Will to provide a casual
transportation experience. WHILL builds a world where anyone can connect to any place by covering short distances and walking areas (sidewalks, indoors and outdoors) that cannot be reached using other means of transportation, based on two core businesses. I will. Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-3cfda92d56a5afb29b1a6389d8e5bc96-3900×2599.jpg However, the temple authorities thought that “defeating the king” was too scary, so they changed the word “o” to the character “tail” and changed the name to Katsuo-ji. At Katsuoji Temple, “winning” does not mean defeating others, but rather “facing oneself and overcoming one’s weak heart.” Currently, “winning” is used in “every situation in life, such as taking entrance exams, warding off bad luck, illness, and sports.” It is worshiped as a temple of victory.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/111535/19/111535-19-16543be01e517591ff033e1ba531b382-3900×2600.jpg The “Kachi Daruma” that is offered to many people at Katsuo-ji Temple is not a wish-granting entity, but rather, by writing a wish and putting one eye in it, you sign a self-commitment to “face yourself and overcome your weak heart.” That means you did it. We believe that your wish will only come true if you spend each day with no regrets and do your best to achieve that wish.
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