What is Otogi-san like? A relaxing stroll through Kyoto at Higashi Honganji Temple
What is Otogi-san like? —A relaxing stroll through Kyoto at Higashi Honganji Temple
It's a short walk from Kyoto Station. When you see the large gate, you've arrived at Higashi Honganji Temple, also known as "O-Higashi-san"!
The name sounds a bit formal, but it's actually a very kind and heartwarming place.
Are temples scary? No, this is a place of spiritual relaxation!
Higashi Honganji Temple is a place that was cherished by a Buddhist monk named Shinran, who continued to say, "Everyone is fine just the way they are." So, there's no need to overreach yourself. There's no need to try too hard. This message is embodied in the atmosphere of the building.
It floats gently in the wind in the garden.
Lots of opinions! Check out the cute points too!
• Goeido and Amida Hall: Both are surprisingly large, and the gentleness of the wood is palpable. It's like being wrapped in a giant wooden stuffed animal.
Shosei-en: A place like a "secret garden" in a temple. The sky reflected in the pond is beautiful, making it a popular spot for girls with cameras.
Souvenir shop: They have prayer beads and charms, but recently they've also started selling cute stationery and Japanese-style accessories. Maybe they're perfect for supporting your favorite idol?
Recommended ways to spend your time at WABISUKE
1. Enter the hall quietly as the morning light pours in.
2. Take a deep breath in a quiet space. If the word "thank you" floats in your mind, that's the "Otohigashi Magic."
3. While sipping tea at Shosei-en Garden, take a look at the sky. The clouds might look like Shinran's smiling face...
It's cute, but also deep. That's the kind of place you'll find here.
Higashi Honganji is not just a tourist spot.
A place that will gently push you forward when you think, "Is this really what I want?"
I feel like there is something similar to WABISUKE's "philosophy of silence."