Shinshūōtaniha gifu yokkaichi betsu-in, Buddhist temple in Usa, Japan
The Shinshūōtaniha gifu yokkaichi betsu-in is a Buddhist temple in Usa featuring traditional Japanese wooden construction with sliding doors and tatami-matted rooms throughout. The complex includes halls for prayer, gathering spaces, and teaching rooms used by followers of the Jodo Shinshu faith.
The temple was established to spread Jodo Shinshu Buddhism and the Shinshū Ōtani branch in the region. It represents one of many branch temples created across Japan to serve followers of this particular Buddhist tradition.
The temple maintains regular ceremonies and meditation sessions, serving as a center for Buddhist education and spiritual development within the local community.
The temple grounds are open during daylight hours, allowing visitors to walk through the spaces and observe the architecture. Shoes must be removed before entering indoor areas, and visitors are expected to show respect for the sacred spaces.
The temple incorporates specific architectural elements that reflect the Shinshū Ōtani denomination, distinguishing it from other Buddhist temples in the Usa region.
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