Beneath a serene sky in Katsushika City stands Monmyo-ji Temple. But some may also call it \u805e\u660e\u5bfa. Today we will delve into its history.
\u805e\u660e\u5bfa is a Buddhist temple. It belongs to the Jodo Shinshu Otani school. The temple’s story began in 1587. A priest named Kakugi Anryo founded it. The original location was in what is now Joso City.
Let’s take a leap forward in time. In 1602, the temple moved. It relocated to the Hoon-ji Temple grounds in Edo. This area is now part of Taito Ward. Over the years, disasters struck. Earthquakes and fires caused the temple to move several times. It moved to Asakusa and other locations. Finally, in 1927, \u805e\u660e\u5bfa found its current home. It is now in Takasago, Katsushika City.
The main hall you see before you dates back to 1927. It was built when the temple moved here. \u805e\u660e\u5bfa has been led by many priests. The current head priest is the 18th generation.
\u805e\u660e\u5bfa is actively involved in the community. They have a motto. It is to create a temple where everyone can gather. They hold events throughout the year. One such event is the Hoonko service in November. Spring and autumn memorial services are also held. Additionally, there are monthly Dharma talks six times a year.
Getting to \u805e\u660e\u5bfa is relatively easy. You can take the Keisei Takasago Line. Get off at Keisei Takasago Station and walk for 10 minutes. Buses also stop nearby. The Keisei Town Bus and Hitachi Motor Transportation buses are convenient options. If you prefer a taxi, Keisei Aoto Station or Kanamachi Station are good places to start. Cars can reach \u805e\u660e\u5bfa too.
As you explore, consider the words of the temple. They embrace the reality of suffering. They encourage people to live together. The temple aims to be a welcoming place for all. \u805e\u660e\u5bfa continues to serve its community. It offers solace and a space for reflection.