10/10 coolest temple I’ve visited; I was just strolling down the Osu shopping street when I first thought I was seeing things! A temple inside here? Couldn’t be, but it sure was!
Super cozy on the inside with tons of hanging lanterns making this temple one of the best I’ve seen!
The goshuin design I chose is also the most interesting one I’ve collected! You have to come visit here!
Visited the temple while exploring Osu Shopping Street. Loved the peaceful vibe and beautiful architecture in the middle of all the lively shops.
It looks very grand and modern theater. It doesn't look like a historic temple.
Banshoji Temple was established for Oda's family by Oda Nobuhide (Oda Nobunaga's father) in 1540. It was relocated to Osu when Nagoya Castle was built in 1610.
There are 2 Karakuri mechanic dolls exhibited to perform "Kouwakamai" dance (Nobunaga danced before going to the battle of Okehazama) and express the scense Nobunaga throwing incenses at his father's funeral.
The gaint white dragon, Hakurayu, next to the entrance is very eye-catching. It will perform 6 times per day (11 am, 1 pm 3pm, 5pm, 7pm, and 8pm).
I visited the Bansho-ji temple on the last day of my trip. It is a unique temple located inside Osu Shopping arcade, near Don Quijote.
I bought an amulet to commemorate my visit, and I went inside to give thanks and pray to the Gods. By the way, the amulet and goshuin booth is open until 6:00pm. If you have spare time, why not visit the temple whilst you are in the shopping arcade premises.
An interesting temple right in the middle of the Osu Shopping Streets. It's also located in front of Don Quixote entrances.
