Week 4 Flashcards
What is Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple?
A Buddhist temple
Which denomination does Tsukiji Hongwanji belong to?
Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha
Who founded Jōdo Shinshū Hongwanji-ha?
Shinran Shonin
Who is enshrined within the central altar in the main Worship Hall?
Amida Buddha
When was Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple rebuilt at its current location?
1679
What are the names of the four legendary Chinese animals that are hidden inside the temple?
BD, BT, RP, WT
(Blue Dragon, Red Peacock, White Tiger, and Black Tortoise)
Which architect was involved in the design of Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple?
Ito Chūta
Which parts of the Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple were designated as National Important Cultural Properties (NICP) in 2014?
The temple’s main worship hall, gate posts, and stone walls
When was Nakagin Capsule Tower built?
1972
Who designed Nakagin Capsule Tower?
Kurokawa Kishō
What is the main idea of the “metabolist” architectural movement?
Buildings should be adaptable to a continually evolving cityscape
What kind of fish can be seen in Shioiri-no-ike Pond at Hamarikyu Gardens?
Striped mullet
What can be enjoyed from the waterbus from Asakusa to Hamariikyu Gardens?
A view of very unique 14 bridges across the River Sumida
What can be seen from Shin Hinokuchi Yama?
A view of the new Tokyo waterfront subcenter
What happened to the steps of the Shogun’s Landing Place during Typhoon Kitty?
They collapsed and sunk into the sea.
