Higashi Hongan-ji Shinshū Kaikan Hall

What it is

• A Shinshu Otani-ha hall in Nerima-ku, Tokyo.
• Established to teach and spread Buddhist dharma.

What to see

• Main building with one basement and two above-ground floors.
• First floor lecture hall accommodates 200 worshipers.
• Dining room and bathroom facilities are in the main hall.
• Annex building has two above-ground floors.
• Annex first floor has a hall and a Japanese-style room.

When to go

• Regular events include Sunday worship.
• Regular events include Shinran's memorial day.
• Annual events include Shusho-e and Obon-e.
• Various courses like public lectures are offered.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.