2024's zen phrase was inspired by the October full moon, celebrated as one of the most beautiful in Japan.
As the event coincides with 'jūsanya' (十三夜), guests are invited to enjoy the "pines illuminated by the bright moon"...
..."meigatsu shōkan o terasu" (明月照松間).
Candles and lanterns form the phrase "matsu oite kumo onozukara shizukanari" (松老雲自閑)...
..."free like a cloud, tranquil like an old pine...without grudges, with peace of mind and peace of heart".
In the front garden of Torin-in candles placed in the shape of hearts.
Candles and lanterns form the phrase "matsu oite kumo onozukara shizukanari" (松老雲自閑)...
..."free like a cloud, tranquil like an old pine...without grudges, with peace of mind and peace of heart".
Candles and lanterns form the phrase "matsu oite kumo onozukara shizukanari" (松老雲自閑)...
..."free like a cloud, tranquil like an old pine...without grudges, with peace of mind and peace of heart".