LOTUS WEEKEND 2026 at Shojokein Temple

Dates & time: November 14, 2026 (Sat) - November 15, 2026 (Sun) 10:00〜16:00
Price & booking: Free admission No reservation needed. Seating for the special talks is limited.
Venue & access: Shojokein Temple (Head Temple of the Jodo Shu) About 10 min walk from Imadegawa Station (Karasuma Subway Line) / about 10 min from Demachiyanagi Station (Keihan Line)

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Why You Should Visit

An annual two-day autumn gathering at Shojokein, a head temple of the Jodo Shu (Pure Land) school in Kyoto's Kamigyo ward, now in its fourth year. This year's theme is "the light of Amida embracing the family." Writer Nami Kishida and Tibetan-born singer Baima Yangjin give special talks on family, while singers perform on an outdoor stage in the temple grounds and the main hall hosts gagaku court music, memorial services and short Buddhist talks for children. The Muromachi-period picture scroll "Nakifudo Engi Emaki," an Important Cultural Property, is on special display, and there is a market, food trucks and parent-and-child craft workshops. Admission is free, making it an easy way to spend a relaxed day inside a working Kyoto temple.

Lineup

Baima YangjinSinger11/14
Born in Tibet, she gives talks across Japan on the cultural differences between Japan and Tibet, family and education.
Nami KishidaWriter11/15
A former corporate PR head turned independent writer, whose book was adapted into a TV drama. She also appears on TV and hosts a podcast.

Programs

Timetable & Map

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In the temple grounds

Special display of the Important Cultural Property "Nakifudo Engi Emaki" (Muromachi period)
Special viewing of the Amida Buddha image
Lotus Marche and food trucks
Parent-and-child workshops and a light-themed photo spot
Appearance by "Buddan," the Bukkyo University mascot

History Heritage Culture Art Music Jazz Family Free Cheap

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FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

No, admission is free, including the special talks.

Do I need to book for the special talks?

No booking is required, but seating is limited.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. There are Buddhist talks for children, parent-and-child workshops and a photo spot.