#Gumyoji Temple

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Gumyoji Temple: From 1044 to Today

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 18:32・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 160 for 4.0 sec. at ƒ/6.4 Classic Negative film simulation

This photo depicts the main hall of Gumyoji Temple, located in Yokohama, Japan. The temple was originally established in 1044 and has been a significant cultural and spiritual site for the local community. The main hall, rebuilt in 1766, features traditional Japanese architecture with a distinctly curved roof now covered in copper sheeting, a transition made in 1976 from its original thatched covering.

In front of the main hall, a vibrant banner hangs from the eaves, displaying the Buddhist flag's broad vertical stripes in blue, white, red, yellow, and green. This reflects the temple's enduring connection to Buddhist traditions. The foreground includes a set of steps leading to the hall, flanked by various potted plants and a stone water basin, adding to the temple's tranquil ambiance.

Check out the full write-up here: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-hall (1-minute read), which includes sources and a glossary.

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Cold day in March, Yokohama - 2

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【妙恵寺】 新春「初詣企画」だけの限定御首題 いや〜ものすごくよかったです！ ・副住職による木剣修行法による新年のご祈祷。 なかなか気持ちを落ち着ける時間が取れないので、ご祈祷の時間は気持ちがシャキッとしました。 ・自分で御題目と法華経の経文を写経して、世界で一つの自分だけの御守り作り。 御守り作りをしたことがないので、作る過程が何もかも新鮮でした。具体的な内容を書いて、御守りを作った後に副住職に命を吹き込んでいただきました。 ・自分だけの木札 商売繁昌を祈願しました。 家に持ち帰って、仏壇か神棚に飾るといいそうなので、仏壇に置きました。 ・御首題はこの初詣企画だけのものです。 寅の絵が小田原の大久寺さんと丸かぶりで「しまった〜」と副住職。一緒に修行した中で仲良しさんだそうです。 ・お茶とお茶菓子で歓談タイム。 足を骨折されたお母さまが切り盛りしてくれましたが、参加者ができる部分は手伝ったりと和気藹々な時間でした。 #妙恵寺 #妙恵寺御首題 #御首題 #御朱印 #御朱印巡り #御朱印好きな人と繋がりたい #御朱印スタグラム #御朱印集め #御朱印めぐり #限定御朱印 #御朱印好き #御朱印男子 #御朱印部 #御朱印収集 #御朱印おじさん #御朱印拝受 #御朱印マニア #ご朱印 #ご朱印巡り #神奈川御朱印 #綺麗な御朱印 #カラフル御朱印 #かわいい御朱印 #goshuin #季節の御朱印 #ほっこり御朱印 #temple Seasonal Goshuin at Myoukeiji Temple in Gumyoji, Kanagawa https://www.instagram.com/goshuin.world/p/CZQFr8rBlAo/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Cold day in March, Yokohama - 2 by take4ish

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Blossoms and Blurs: Evening at Gumyoji Temple's Gate・仁王門から弘明寺の本堂へ続く石段には上りと桜が

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 18:19・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 160 for 10 sec. at ƒ/11 Classic Negative film simulation

This photograph captures the Niōmon Gate of Gumyoji Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Yokohama, during a tranquil evening.

Taken from the top of the stone staircase, the shot showcases the historic gate illuminated softly in the background, while cherry blossoms frame the scene with their delicate petals. The image employs a long exposure technique, resulting in the ethereal blur of the nobori flags along the stairs, which add a dynamic element to the otherwise calm and serene composition.

The subtle play of light and shadow highlights the intricate details of the temple architecture and the surrounding foliage, creating a compelling contrast between the past and present.

Shot with a Fujifilm X100V camera and a standard wide-angle lens (equivalent to 35mm on a full-frame sensor), this photo encapsulates the beauty and peaceful ambiance of Gumyoji Temple at dusk.

Check out the full write-up here: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-nobori (2-minute read), which cites sources and a provides a glossary.

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Resonance of History: Gumyoji Temple's Belfry・桜と弘明寺の鐘楼堂

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 18:47・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 160 for 20 sec. at ƒ/11 Classic Negative film simulation

In this long-exposure photo of the bell and belfry at Gumyoji Temple in Yokohama, Japan, I tried to capture the serene atmosphere of the temple grounds. This nighttime scene showcases the traditional Japanese architectural style of the belfry, with its large, curved roof and wooden beams. I especially like the cherry blossoms that are in full bloom in contrast with the bare branches of other trees, all subtly illuminated by ambient lighting.

The bronze bell hanging in the belfry, which was cast in 1798, is central to the Japanese Buddhist ceremony Joya-no-Kane held on New Year’s Even, where it is rung 108 times to symbolize the cleansing of 108 earthly desires accumulated over the past year.

Check out the full write-up here: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-belfry (2-minute read), which also cites sources and a glossary.

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Jokoro Incense Burner at Gumyoji Temple・弘明寺の外置屋根付大香炉

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 18:35・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 160 for 10 sec. at ƒ/6.4 Classic Negative film simulation

The large, dark green, cauldron-shaped incense burner situated at the top of the stairs in front of Gumyoji Temple is adorned with two distinct crests: the gosan-no-kiri, featuring the paulownia plant, and the hidari-mitsudomoe, a triple swirl motif.

The gosan-no-kiri crest is a traditional Japanese emblem featuring the paulownia plant.

The hidari-mitsudomoe, a triple-tomoe motif, flows to the left. This emblem has been part of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples since the Heian period (794-1185).

Check out the full write-up here: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-incense (2-minute read), which delves deeper into incense burners at temples, and the history of the two crests.

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Sip the Essence of Spring: Discovering Gumyoji Sakura Beer at Homareyashuho

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 17:16・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 800 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/2 Classic Negative film simulation

Since its establishment in 1932, Homareyashuho Wine & Liquor Shop has held a cherished place in the hearts of local liquor enthusiasts. In 2010, the shop garnered even greater acclaim with the introduction of its innovative Gumyoji Sakura Beer.

This unique brew utilizes yeast sourced from the cherry blossoms flourishing in the nearby grounds of Gumyoji Temple, showcasing a fusion of tradition and innovation. Today, Homareyashuho continues to captivate both locals and visitors alike with its distinctive offerings, embodying the spirit of craftsmanship and creativity.

To access Google Maps directions, source references for further reading, and a glossary, visit the complete write-up, which is just a 1-minute read (https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-beer).

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Gumyoji Kannon Street Shopping Arcade East Gate

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 17:09・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 3200 for 1/60 sec. at ƒ/13 Classic Negative film simulation

Gumyoji Kannon Street Shopping Arcade, known locally as Gumyoji Shotengai, lies nestled between Gumyoji Station on the Keihin-Kyuko Line to the east and Gumyoji Station on the Yokohama municipal subway Blue Line to the west.

This covered shopping arcade (typically called a shotengai in Japanese), sits along the path leading to Yokohama's oldest Buddhist temple, established roughly 1,300 years ago during the Nara Period.

The roofing that blankets the shopping street provides protection to visitors, particularly those en route to the temple.

Whether one seeks everyday essentials or indulges in gourmet delights, taking a leisurely stroll down this extensive shotengai is a regularly occuring pastime, especially following a visit to the temple located at the street's far western end.

For additional information, references, and Google Maps links, please refer to our latest write-up available at https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-gumyoji.

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Jizo Bodhisattva: A Beacon of Mercy in Ancient and Modern Japan

Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan Timestamp: 18:24・2024/04/09

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 160 for 4.0 sec. at ƒ/8 Classic Negative film simulation

Just beyond the Niōmon Gate at Gumyoji Temple, I encountered a serene courtyard adorned with small stone statues of the Jizo Bodhisattva. Revered in Buddhism, Jizo is a beloved figure, often depicted as a gentle monk with a staff and a wish-fulfilling jewel.

These small stone statues, affectionately known as O-Jizō-Sama or Jizō-san, represent the Buddhist Bodhisattva who has vowed to delay his own Buddhahood until all suffering souls are freed from the underworld. Jizo, often depicted as a humble monk, is revered as a deity of mercy, offering protection to travelers and children.

Throughout Japan, I have seen these statues near cemeteries and roadsides, frequently adorned with red caps and bibs, which symbolize prayers for the safety and well-being of children. Their presence in the Gumyoji Temple courtyard adds to the tranquil and compassionate atmosphere of the temple.

Check out the full write-up here: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240409-jizo (2-minute read), which includes sources and a glossary.