On the left, towards the main hall, stands Shue-do, meaning “assembly hall.”
This building connects to Miei-do via a corridor. The area is said to be as wide as that of a thousand tatami mats. It has been used as a place of ascetic practices since time immemorial.
The “shue” in the hall’s name refers to its purpose as a place where monks gather to learn by listening to lectures. During the repair period of Miei-do, Shue-do plays the role of the main hall of the temple complex, while the image of Honen has also been enshrined here.
Visitors must be sure not to miss this wonderful opportunity to see the Honen image up close.
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