Tenkoji Temple Usuki Mountain, head temple of the Shingon sect, Tenkoji Temple Introduced by Takiyuki in the Yomiuri Shimbun / The stone wall that took 10 years to complete is finally completed!

[Tenkoji] [Usukiyama, head temple of the Shingon sect, Tenkoji] Introduced by Takiyuki in the Yomiuri Shimbun/The stone wall that took 10 years to complete is finally completed! ​
Tenkoji Temple Press release: April 24, 2025 [Mt. Usuki, head temple of the Shingon sect, Tenkoji Temple] Introduced by Takiyuki in the Yomiuri Shimbun / The stone wall that took 10 years to complete is finally completed! Get into the wilderness through “experienced training” during the May holiday At Mt. Usuki, the head temple of the Shingon sect, Tenkoji Temple (located in Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo), the temple’s waterfall ritual was recently introduced in the Yomiuri Shimbun (March 15, 2025: https://www.tenkouji.jp/blog-list/).
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/32492/32/32492-32-5469e7f3d2b59f094537c9e86b8aed83-2400×3200.jpg Walk to the waterfall at Tenkoji Temple In addition, a magnificent stone wall built over 10 years with approximately 38,000 boulders has finally been completed on the slope along the river. This stone wall is made of boulders that were piled up by hand one by one in order to coexist with nature and create a landscape that serves as a place for training. Its magnificent appearance calms the hearts of those who visit, creating a majestic space where you can feel the power of nature and the warmth of human hands. You can now experience training in front of the stone wall!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/32492/32/32492-32-9b62279ae683fc8c9832378f50a53620-2000×1333.jpg Tenkoji Temple is blessed with nature despite being located in Tokyo About Tenkoji Usukiyama Shingon sect Tenkoji Temple is a temple surrounded by tranquility located in Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo. This area, filled with a clear stream and spiritual energy, has been a training ground for many ascetics since ancient times. The vast grounds of 1,500 tsubo of land and 500 tsubo of building space are known as one of the best temples in Tokyo. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/32492/32/32492-32-79b699e11a2018186097a22b8f66c0e2-3900×2925.jpg Numerous prayer bells used for marriage prayers Prayer bells for marriage prayers Anyone visiting Tenkoji Temple can pray for marriage by ringing a prayer bell in front of the matchmaking mandala. Please feel free to let us know.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/32492/32/32492-32-4d4dc9605f0313600d6955ef7b9704a2-417×232.png Homemade Buddhist cuisine by the chief priest Providing “exquisite vegetarian cuisine” during a one-day training session In our temple’s One-day trial training, in addition to training to prepare your mind and body, you can enjoy Shojin ryori for lunch. This Shojin ryori is prepared by the chief priest who utilizes his experience as a former culinary expert, making it truly a “best in the world” flavor. Please enjoy this satisfying and nutritious dish without using animal ingredients. About the training experience Contents: Waterfall, sutra copying, meditation, sutra reading, vegetarian cuisine (lunch), etc. (optional) Schedule: Currently recruiting Target: Beginners
welcome/Reservation required Location: Mt. Usuki, head temple of the Shingon sect, Tenkoji Temple (Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo) Details/Application Reservations are accepted on the official website. ・Official website: https://takishugyou.com/ [For press inquiries regarding this release] 《Contact name》Tenkoji Temple TEL: 042-519-9380 e-mail：info＠tenkouji.jp
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