This temple honors Guan Yu(關羽), or Kan U(関 羽, かん う) in Japanese, who is revered in Taoist and Chinese Buddhist traditions. It’s a pretty cool temple to visit, whether you’re a believer or not. It’s most attractive when it’s getting dark and the lanterns are lit but it’s still open so you can go inside. According to the temple’s website, while the original Kanteibyō dates to 1871, it’s been rebuilt numerous times after its been destroyed by in 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake, in the 1945 firebombing, and by a mysterious 1986 fire. Apparently each time it’s been more elaborately than the last. Like all of Yokohama Chinatown, it’s really gaudy, but it’s a very fun, happy gaudy we can all enjoy. If you can make it to Chinatown during one of the major festivals here, this is a good general area to watch the parade from – tho’ good luck getting close!
Pierre P.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Toulouse
La Chine dans toute sa splendeur. Ceci est le lieu de culte de Chinatown. C’est doré, massif et plein de fioritures! Ça sent l’encens, on respire la fumée et on s’évade, c’est vraiment l’idée que je me fais des temples en chines: majestueux tout en étant minutieux dans la décoration.