Reikado Hall, a centuries-old Shingon Buddhist temple on Miyajima Island, was completely destroyed by fire on Wednesday, May 20. Known for housing a sacred “eternal flame” that had reportedly burned for more than 1,200 years, the hall was reduced to ruins despite efforts to save the structure. Temple officials confirmed that the eternal flame was safely relocated before the collapse, ensuring that its spiritual legacy endures. The Daisho-in temple, responsible for managing Reikado Hall, e
Reikado Hall, a centuries-old Shingon Buddhist temple on Miyajima Island, was completely destroyed by fire on Wednesday, May 20. Known for housing a sacred “eternal flame” that had reportedly burned for more than 1,200 years, the hall was reduced to ruins despite efforts to save the structure. Temple officials confirmed that the eternal flame was safely relocated before the collapse, ensuring that its spiritual legacy endures. The Daisho-in temple, responsible for managing Reikado Hall, e
Fremont will mark Memorial Day with a solemn ceremony to honor the men and women who gave their lives in military service to the United States. The event is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26, and will be held near the Eternal Flame at Memorial Veterans Park on East Military Avenue, located just south of the Sidner Ice Arena. Open to the public, the ceremony provides an opportunity for the community to come together and pay their respects to the fallen heroes who made the ultimat
Fremont will mark Memorial Day with a solemn ceremony to honor the men and women who gave their lives in military service to the United States. The event is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26, and will be held near the Eternal Flame at Memorial Veterans Park on East Military Avenue, located just south of the Sidner Ice Arena. Open to the public, the ceremony provides an opportunity for the community to come together and pay their respects to the fallen heroes who made the ultimat