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What do Japanese Buddhist monks wear on rainy days? From traditional robes and rain sandals to the surprising problem of wet heels during seiza, this article explores the small but meaningful challenges monks face while serving others with dignity.

かっけいHello. I am a Buddhist monk living in Kagawa, Japan.When...

Juseige is 220-character sutra, even shorter than the 262-character Heart Sutra. In Japan, it is a popular sutra and often chant by the Jodo Shinshu and Jodo sects.

Ritsurin Garden is famous as a sightseeing spot in Kagawa, but Nakazu Banshoen in Marugame is also a wonderful Japanese garden. It was created over 300 years ago.

Koshoji Temple is next to Nishi-Honganji Temple of Kyoto World Heritage Site. It is one of the head temples of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.

The sound of the temple bell rings on New Year's Eve in Japan. Why do Japanese people ring the temple bells? What meaning are we ringing the buddhist bell?

Qinoa Shogi is a free computer japanese chess website. Downloading is unnecessary and you can play at any time without user registration.

Is there something blueberry sour and disappointed?Since the ripe fruit is sweet and delicious, it will introduce the How to identify.

Amazake is a traditional Japanese drink. There is also a way to make it from koji, but it is easy for beginners to make from sake kasu without failing.

Kimigayo is a Japanese national anthem. Lyrics are the shortest and oldest in the world with 32 characters.For many people it will have a sad impression because the performance time is short and the tempo is slow.

The historic building in Kyoto will be closed at 4 pm-5 pm. It closes the gate despite the bright time zone. There is a Buddhist reason for the gate to close quickly.

I offered Amazake made from Koji at a temple event. Anyone can easily make at home if attention to the temperature control.I will introduce how to make Amazake using Koji and rice.

I introduce the buddhist event of my temple. It is an event called Haru Eitai-Kyo (春季永代経). There is also a video.