Fudoin Temple

Serene views & sounds, interesting history & religion

JJ Walsh May 03, 2013 - 1 min read

Red tori gate looks beautiful next to the lush, green momiji trees.

The front gate house of the temple is quite a grand sight.

Fierce guardian statues keep the hungry spirits at bay.

The sandals of pilgrims hang on the front gate

The red pagoda is covered in laquer to give it a vivid sheen

Looking through the magnolia tree at one of the many statues

This large strand of prayer beads makes a great sound when pulled in prayer.

Interesting statue of a man riding an Ox next to Inari Jinja.

The "Inari" Jinja at the back features foxes and red tori gates

Water statues seem to guard lost souls of children that find their way here.

As I rode my bicycle along a busy road it was hard to imagine there would be an impressive temple nearby, but once I turned down the side-street next to Fudoin-mae station, heard only the sounds of birds.

Fudoin temple grounds are very serene and beautiful. A few visitors and worshippers came and went while I wandered around taking it all in. I love the sounds of the katakatakata when someone pulled the large prayer beads in front of the temple while making an offering. I was entranced by the vivid green momiji leaves in stark contrast to the red Tori gate and Inari Jinja (fox shrine). There were many styles, images and religious symbols to take it- it is a very interesting and magical place.

JJ Walsh @joy.walsh

I've been living in Hiroshima since the mid 90's & still discovering new things to enjoy. I'm a big fan of both the old "wabi sabi" as well as modern and new designs, Japan offers both of these type of places to explore and enjoy. Even after many years here, I am still discovering surprising, fan...