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Nijugo Bosatsu Renku Kuyo (Tanjoji Temple)
Nijugo Bosatsu Renku Kuyo at Tanjoji
Experience the Nijugo Bosatsu Renku Kuyo, a sacred ritual at Tanjoji Temple honoring the parents of Honen Shonin.
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The Nijugo Bosatsu Renku Kuyo (formally known as the Honen Shonin Go Ryoshin Go Tsuion Nijugo Bosatsu Ten-do Keiku Kuyo-kai Taisho Hoshiyo) is the most significant ceremony of the Jodo sect, held at Tanjoji Temple in Kume, Okayama.
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About Nijugo Bosatsu Renku Kuyo (Tanjoji Temple)
- A rare chance to observe the full sequence of a traditional religious ritual.
- Focus on the symbolism of the transition from the earthly world to the Pure Land.
- Appreciate the history of a ceremony dating back to the Muromachi period.
- Don't miss the afternoon garden ceremony, a highlight of the event.
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