Ekō-ji, Buddhist temple in Niederkassel, Düsseldorf, Germany
The Ekō-ji temple stands within Japanese gardens, featuring a main hall, bell tower, and wooden structures built according to traditional Japanese architecture principles.
The temple was established in 1993 as part of the EKO House complex, funded by Japanese industrialist Yehan Numata to promote cultural exchange between Germany and Japan.
The temple follows Jōdo Shinshū Buddhist traditions, housing a 200-year-old Amida Buddha statue and offering meditation sessions, ceremonies, and religious teachings.
Visitors can attend Thursday evening prayers at 6 PM, participate in guided tours, and experience Japanese cultural events including tea ceremonies and art exhibitions.
The temple bell rings exactly 108 times during the annual New Year's Eve Joya-e ceremony, following an ancient Buddhist practice.
Location: Düsseldorf
Inception: 1993
GPS coordinates: 51.23961,6.74550
Latest update: April 29, 2025 13:54
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