Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/First Hill area
Phone: +1 206 329 0800
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Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple made of brick looks more like a school at first glance. But then you notice the curling roof corners and ornate doors. The interior is dark, elegant and calm. The church hosts a Buddhist festival, Bon Odori, every July, often around the same time as the International District's celebration of Japanese heritage. The peaceful park across the street has an enormous temple bell sheltered under a canopy and a larger-than-life-size statue of the founder of Jodo Shinsu Buddhism. Be well. Zen.
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Jul 18th, 2009 to Jul 19th, 2009
Whether you're a practicing Buddhist or simply curious about Buddhist practice and celebration, check out this festival, held at Seattle Buddhist Temple. An official Seafair event, the festival includes demonstrations of kendo (Japanese fencing with bamboo swords), drum performances and traditional Japanese dancing, which is Bon Odori itself. Visitors can also sample a variety of traditional Japanese foods, including bento, sushi, yakisoba and kori (flavored shave ice). If none of that tempts you, there will also be burgers and hot dogs for the less adventurous. The Beer Garden, featuring a live band, serves beer and sake. Admission to the festival is free.
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Large Brick Asian-Styled Edifice
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Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/First Hill area
Phone: +1 206 329 0800
Email | Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple made of brick looks more like a school at first glance. But then you notice the curling roof corners and ornate doors. The interior is dark, elegant and calm. The church hosts a Buddhist festival, Bon Odori, every July, often around the same time as the International District's celebration of Japanese heritage. The peaceful park across the street has an enormous temple bell sheltered under a canopy and a larger-than-life-size statue of the founder of Jodo Shinsu Buddhism. Be well. Zen.
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Associated Events
Bon OdoriJul 18th, 2009 to Jul 19th, 2009
Whether you're a practicing Buddhist or simply curious about Buddhist practice and celebration, check out this festival, held at Seattle Buddhist Temple. An official Seafair event, the festival includes demonstrations of kendo (Japanese fencing with bamboo swords), drum performances and traditional Japanese dancing, which is Bon Odori itself. Visitors can also sample a variety of traditional Japanese foods, including bento, sushi, yakisoba and kori (flavored shave ice). If none of that tempts you, there will also be burgers and hot dogs for the less adventurous. The Beer Garden, featuring a live band, serves beer and sake. Admission to the festival is free.
www.VacationsToGo.com
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GREAT!
The wonderful architecture was amazing. the culture astonunding. For new sights, see this one!...
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