A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜LOUNGE
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July 18, 2022

A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜LOUNGE

LOUNGE | Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT

Sharpen your senses and engage in learning, thinking, and working within a space steeped in history and culture.

Water and Craft, the general incorporated association for western Toyama Prefecture's tourism, has developed a telework space within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple with support from the Cabinet Office and Nanto City, launching it as the "Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT."

Text by TANABE Keitaro

A Space Featuring Toyama's Materials and Traditional Craftsmanship

Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple has been central to Johana, known as the "Little Kyoto of Etchu." It is a renowned temple that embodies the spiritual landscape of Toyama, a region called the "Kingdom of Shinshu" for its deep-rooted Buddhist faith. It is also a sacred site for Mingei (folk craft), where Yanagi Sōetsu, the founder of the Mingei movement and a philosopher, stayed for 62 days and wrote "The Way of Beauty," considered the culmination of his Mingei philosophy.
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
The "Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT" has now opened a telework space within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple. It offers a work environment in a special, tranquil time and space within a renowned temple that has accumulated 550 years of history.
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
There are two types of usage plans available: daily and monthly.
In addition to the telework space, it is also possible to arrange experience programs and special training sessions to learn about Buddhist and traditional culture, such as "food experiences" rooted in the region, "interactions with monks," "engaging with crafts and folk art," and "agricultural experiences." This also caters to corporate and university training and retreats.
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
Touching upon the roots of "Mingei philosophy," which is gaining attention and is said to be in its third boom, and experiencing the lifestyle and traditional culture of Toyama, which lives in harmony with nature, will foster a healthy mindset and motivation for work and study.
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
The furniture used was custom-made for this project. It utilizes "worm-eaten" (spalted) Mizunara oak (from Toyama Prefecture), which would normally be discarded. Additionally, the desk legs, shaped like plant stems and made with a 3D printer, are crafted from biodegradable resin. The design was handled by Akinori Hamada, an architect from Toyama and a member of teamLab.
A special time at a renowned temple with 550 years of history. A telework space renovated within Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple.｜Travel
In today's world, where information is abundant and we often feel stifled by a sole focus on knowledge consumption, the Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT allows individuals to learn, think, and work by fully engaging their senses, drawing upon the power of the Nanto region and the interactions with monks and folk crafts.
Why not try working at this historic temple while learning about the virtues of Toyama? You are sure to receive unique inspiration.

Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT Overview

  • Location | 405 Johana, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture
  • Facilities | Jonan Betsuin Zentoku-ji Temple - "North Shoin," "West Shoin"
  • Business Hours | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Closed | In accordance with Zentoku-ji Temple's schedule
  • Seating Capacity | 16 seats
  • Meeting Room / Teleconference Room: 3 rooms
  • Amenities | Printer, Drinks (coffee, tea)
  • Fees | Daily Use: ¥3,300 (tax included)
  • Monthly Use: ¥8,250/month (tax included)
  • How to Use | Reservations required via the official website
  • https://mizutotakumi.jp/zentokuji-telework/
  • Planning & Supervision | Water and Craft, General Incorporated Association for Western Toyama Prefecture Tourism
Contact Information

Zentoku-ji Temple TELEWORK PROJECT Official Website
https://mizutotakumi.jp/zentokuji-telework/

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