GC2XH2C Bentendo Hall (Traditional Cache) in Tokyo, Japan created by Rijdael

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A cache by Rijdael Message this owner

Hidden : 6/4/2011

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Size: Size: small (small)

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The cache is located in Tokyo Ueno Park near Ueno subway station.
The cache does not contain a pen.

Floating on the water of Shinobazu Pond, Bentendo Hall is a Buddhist temple dedicated to Benzaiten or the Goddess of the arts, knowledge and wisdom. Today, Benzaiten is sought or prayed for success in examination and good fortune.

Located south-west of Ueno Park, Bentendo Temple was built by a feudal lord (daimyo) named Mizunoya Katsutaka in early 17th century. At the beginning, getting across the island to pray was a hassle as devotees had to take boat. Several years later in late 17th century, a stone bridge was constructed to ease commuting and thus, had increased the popularity of this Buddhist hall.