As well as Kan-shugyo, there is another period that HBS members devote themselves to Asa-sankei to discipline and improve their faith in the heat of the hottest season of the year. This period is called Kaki-sankei. Kaki means “in the … Read More
In 1868 (the first year of Meiji period) after ten years since Honmon Butsuryu Ko established, in accordance with the Restoration of Imperial Rule, the new Meiji government carried out the three major policies on religion in the process of … Read More
On September 12, 1271 (the eighth year of Bunnei period), Nichiren Shonin was brought to the execution ground at Tatsunokuchi (present Katase, Fujisawa city, Kanagawa pref.) for the punishment by decapitation. This is how it happened. In the year, the … Read More
In Japan, the third Monday in September is called “Respect for the Aged Day.” Various events are taken place to celebrate aged persons’ longevity across Japan. In Honmon Butsuryu Shu, we express gratitude and show appreciation for their longtime contribution … Read More
One week with the date of the vernal equinox or autumnal equinox put in the middle is called Higan. Generally, the Japanese recall their ancestors and mourn for the departed souls visiting tombs or temples during the week. This Buddhist … Read More
In Japan, there is a festival that parents celebrate and wish for their children’s growth called Shichi-Go-San (七五三). Children dress up in kimonos and visit a Shinto shrine or Buddhist temple. Children also look forward to Chitose-ame (Thousand-year Candy). It … Read More
At the head temple Yuseiji in Kyoto, Joya Hoyo is held from 11 pm on New Year’s Eve just before Gantan-e starts from 12:00 am on New Year’s Day. The night of New Year’s Eve is called Joya. In general, … Read More
