#shorinji temple

[moryen]

Eleven-Faced Kannon Hokkeji

Nara period AD 710 to 794

Shorinji Temple, Nara Prefecture

#kannon #hokkeji #temple #shorinji #japan #nara #buddha #bodhisattva #buddhism #buddhist #religion #religious #art #history #japanese #sculpture #asia #asian #avalokiteshvara

[thisworld1]

At Shorinji Temple, Japan. Photography by katsu_e46

[aic-asian]

Daruma, 1545, Art Institute of Chicago: Asian Art

Zen rose to prominence in Japan in the 13th century, after receiving support from the ruling Kamakura shogunate. In this sect of Buddhism, images of patriarchs were especially revered because the relationships between masters and disciples are of primary importance to the transmission of Zen teachings. Zen’s semilegendary founder, Daruma (A.D. c. 470–c. 543), came from southern India and crossed the Yangzi River in China, where he meditated in a cave at the Shaolin monastery for nine years. In this Japanese painting, his facial features are Indian, and his head is covered as befits a southern Indian monk. According to an inscription on the back of this painting, it was originally in the possession of Shorinji temple in Okayama prefecture. Russell Tyson, Samuel M. Nickerson endowments Size: 109.2 x 54 cm (43 x 21 1/4 in.) Medium: Hanging scroll; ink, colors, and gold on silk

https://www.artic.edu/artworks/117201/

#asianart #museumarchive #artinstituteofchicago

[yadongbizzs-blog]

WHAT IS SHORINJI KEMPO

Shorinji Kempo is not just a martial art or self defense. Self-defense, blows, throws, joint locks, defense weapons and even meditation. The basis of Shorinji Kempo is not to raise poor warriors, but to develop people who can act, help others and create a better society.

Doshin So founded this style of Kempo in 1947 and elected to incorporate elements of Japanese Zen Buddhism into his techniques. It is widely regarded as being a religious and fighting form of Kempo, though there is a clear distinction between the technical side and the religious side of Shorinji Kempo. Branches of the style within Japan are called “doin” temples, whereas branches outside Japan are only recognized as “dojos.”

Shorinji kempo? You may have heard it mentioned as a legendary martial art or read about it in texts on judo and karate as an ancient Chinese-temple style. But shorinji kempo lives, and, what’s more, it’s growing. Thousands of Japanese practice it in more than 800 training halls. It’s spread through every major Japanese university and many of the nation’s high schools.

This martial art represents the physical, active aspect of Congo Zen. For Doshin So, it’s not just another empty martial art, but a whole way of life. Shorinji kempo combines elements of jujutsu styles that Doshin So learned from his grandfather, with many techniques and ideas learned from various quan fa masters during his time in China. He took these elements, and made them systematic, incorporating ideas and changes from his own experience. The four elements are the Kihon; it is the basic basics such as kicks and punches. The Hokei which is training in pairs. Randori was sparring. And Embu, a combination of strategies with one partner.

“Self defense, spiritual cultivation and improved health” 일본야동

#shorinjikempo

[itsmarjudgelove]

Shorinji Temple, Kyoto.

[kawarakoubou]

Jizos are smiling with beautiful flowers.☺️☺️☺️

At Shorinji temple in Kyoto

#japan #trip #beautiful #kyoto #sightseeing #cool #art #gojapan #amazingjapan #kawaii #temple #shrine #jizo #jizos #Japanese #traditional #pottery #Instagram

[historical-nonfiction]

The Violent Legend of Tea

In both Chinese and Japanese tradition, the discovery of tea is credited to the Indian sage Bodhidharma (aka Daruma), the founder of Zen Buddhism. 

Bodhidharma, travelling to spread the word of his new doctrine, founded the Shaolin temple in southern China (or the Shorinji Temple to the Japanese). There he meditated while sitting facing a wall. For nine years. At the end of that period Bodhidarma's legs had withered away and he was just on the verge of reaching enlightenment, but then he fell asleep. He missed being enlightened -- all because he could not keep his eyes open. Enraged at missing the last, ultimate step, he ripped off his own eyelids and threw them to the ground. From them grew the first tea bush.

Just to recap: a peaceful Buddhist almost reaches enlightenment, but cannot control his own body and falls asleep at the wrong moment, causing the "peaceful" sage to rip off his own eyelids and invent tea.

#history #inventions #mythology #tea #china #japan

[zenkaze-japan]

Shorin Zen- Session 3

Shorin Zen- Session 3

Shorinji Zen- Session 3 and country music

  Another Zen session was held at the Amagasaki temple. This was the third, perhaps the best. The last session was only a couple of people, this I was quite shocked to find there were about 10 including 4 young kids, two very young. Quite surprising! One boy returned and brought a friend. Quite a shock!

  I had two friends attending so that was very…

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#Buddhist Temple #Chan #Japan #Jodo-shu Buddism #Kansai #Kung Fu #meditation #Music #Nihon #Nippon #Osaka #Shakuhachi #Traditional Music #Zen

[aic-asian]

Daruma, 1545, Art Institute of Chicago: Asian Art

Zen rose to prominence in Japan in the 13th century, after receiving support from the ruling Kamakura shogunate. In this sect of Buddhism, images of patriarchs were especially revered because the relationships between masters and disciples are of primary importance to the transmission of Zen teachings. Zen’s semilegendary founder, Daruma (A.D. c. 470–c. 543), came from southern India and crossed the Yangzi River in China, where he meditated in a cave at the Shaolin monastery for nine years. In this Japanese painting, his facial features are Indian, and his head is covered as befits a southern Indian monk. According to an inscription on the back of this painting, it was originally in the possession of Shorinji temple in Okayama prefecture. Russell Tyson, Samuel M. Nickerson endowments Size: 109.2 x 54 cm (43 x 21 1/4 in.) Medium: Hanging scroll; ink, colors, and gold on silk

https://www.artic.edu/artworks/117201/

#asianart #artinstituteofchicago #museumarchive

[seangaffney-japan-blog]

Blog #2

Chapter 1:

1. “Japanese is spoken by 130 million people all over the planet, and it’s the eighth most-spoken language in the world.” (p. 12) The Japanese language is one of the biggest reasons why I become interested in Japan in the first place. I love language and Japanese is unique. Kanji is largely based on Chinese, but the other two alphabets that are used are unique to Japan. I am interested in learning more about the language while in Japan and seeing how the multiple alphabets are used in everyday life.

2. “Buddhism came from ancient China during the sixth century and since then has been fundamental in shaping Japanese culture.” (p. 15) Zen Buddhism played a large role in the history of Japan. It influenced the samurai in ancient Japan, and also was integrated into Shinto. The affects of Buddhism are still noticeable in Japanese daily life. I’m interested in visiting the Buddhist temples in Japan.

3. “Most Japanese don’t believe in one specific religion but combine aspects of several religions in their daily lives.” (p. 18) Japan is one of only a few world-leading countries that is widely nonreligious. It also was mostly under-developed up until the 20th century due to the policy of isolationism. I think the lack of a concrete, restricting religion may have been a factor in allowing Japan to industrialize in an unprecedentedly short amount of time.

Chapter 2:

1. “Although it may seem simple at first glance, you need several years to learn all the steps in the tea ceremony.” (p. 28) Tea ceremonies have fascinated me ever since I heard about them. That is because there is nothing like it in Western culture. The intricacies and exactness that can be added to something as simple as making and serving tea says a lot about ancient and modern Japanese culture.

2. “Kabuki is not the only form of traditional theater in Japan.” (p. 29) Much like tea ceremonies, kabuki is another piece of Japanese culture that is hard to match in Western culture. These traditions are rooted in ancient culture, which countries like America do not have.

3. “Some of the best-known martial arts that originate in Japan are judo, sumo, karate, aikido, shorinji, kenpo...iaido and kendo...and kyudo.” (p. 32) Yet another artifact of the past, the variety of martial arts originating in Japan is staggering. Even though these practices are no longer practical or necessary in modern Japan, they have survived the test of time and have now been turned into recreational activities.

[martialask-blog]

“Shaolin Temple fist method” is what Shorinji Kempo an East Asian martial art form literally means when translated to English. This “esoteric” form of combat is said to have originated from Japan, and is considered to be the adapted version of the “Shaolin Kung-Fu”. Furthermore, the training system used in this martial art form comprises of three essential components that include the self defense component, the health component, and the mental component. In addition, Shorinji Kempo has been created on a philosophy which states that “spirit and body cannot be separated”.

[pp182805-blog]

燃えよドラゴン

Lee (Bruce Lee), a senior brother and martial arts expert at Shaolin Temple, joined Hans, the former World Intelligence Bureau of Braithwaite (Jeffrey Weeks), who once learned the art of martial arts at Shorinji Temple but also ran into the wrong way. She is invited to participate in a martial arts tournament held once every three years on an island owned by Shi Kien. Lee was reluctant to ask for a scout on Han's Island who was suspected of criminal activity, but Lee was reluctant to return to his homeland, and a few years ago his sister Sue He hears that Lin (Angela Mao) has committed suicide after being chased by Han's strong minions Ohara (Bob Wall) and his colleagues, and swears revenge on Han.

Lee's martial arts, of course, were cool and tickled the man's ambitions. He was reluctant to do the job, but thought he was cool to get revenge when his family was involved.

[kawarakoubou]

At the flower chozusha in Shorinji temple,Kyoto,

jizo looks happy.☺️

#japan #trip #beautiful #kyoto #sightseeing #cool #art #gojapan #amazingjapan #fantastic #cute #kawaii #anime #jizo #Instagram

[pp181760]

燃えよドラゴン

Lee (Bruce Lee), a senior brother and martial arts expert at Shaolin Temple, joined Hans, the former World Intelligence Bureau of Braithwaite (Jeffrey Weeks), who once learned the art of martial arts at Shorinji Temple but also ran into the wrong way. She is invited to participate in a martial arts tournament held once every three years on an island owned by Shi Kien. Lee was reluctant to ask for a scout on Han's Island who was suspected of criminal activity, but Lee was reluctant to return to his homeland, and a few years ago his sister Sue He hears that Lin (Angela Mao) has committed suicide after being chased by Han's strong minions Ohara (Bob Wall) and his colleagues, and swears revenge on Han.

Lee's martial arts, of course, were cool and tickled the man's ambitions. He was reluctant to do the job, but thought he was cool to get revenge when his family was involved.

[vurnett]

Retsu is a master of Shorinji Kempo. Just before the first World Warrior tournament, Retsu was indefinitely suspended from his temple for being involved in too many fights. He participated in the first world warrior tournament and was defeated by Ryu.

While Retsu hasn’t made an appearance in a Street Fighter title since his debut, he plays a role in the back story of several characters of the main storyline. Retsu is an a old friend of Gouken’s and is suggested to have been present at the dojo during Ryu’s and Ken’s training. In the UDON comics, Retsu is seen sparring with Ryu and is almost beaten to death when Ryu goes into the Satsui no Hado, but Gouken stops him. Retsu also defeated Dan at some point (likely before Dan was kicked out of the dojo). In the original Street Fighter, Retsu is the first opponent the player faces.

#Retsu  

[oniwastagram]

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