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Limited Summer Paper-cut Goshuin at Ninna-ji Temple

From June 1, 2025, a limited edition summer paper-cut Goshuin featuring the five-story pagoda and hydrangeas will be available at Ninna-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Kyoto. This delightful offering is part of a consulting project managed by ELternal Co., Ltd., which aims to foster admiration for temples and shrines among visitors, thereby bridging the beauty of Japan's traditional culture with its future.

Featured Design of the Goshuin

The summer edition, named "Five-story Pagoda and Hydrangea," presents a vibrant gradient from yellow to light green on a fan-shaped background. This design evokes the freshness of summer grass swaying gently in the breeze, painting a vivid picture of early summer's soft greenery. On the left side, a meticulous paper-cut representation of the five-story pagoda is accompanied by two delicately crafted hydrangeas in cool hues. This interaction between historical architecture and seasonal flora feels serene, exuding a tranquil beauty. The intention behind this design is to offer everyone a peaceful moment, encouraging them to connect with the seasonal shifts present in our lives.

Details of the Offering

• - Duration: From June 1, 2025, until supplies last
• - Location: Ninna-ji Temple, 33 Omuro Ouchi, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City

About Ninna-ji Temple

Ninna-ji was founded in 888 AD, serving as the headquarters of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism. The temple complex houses various structures including the five-story pagoda and the Nio-mon gate, all of which date back to the Edo period. Each spring, the Omuro cherry blossoms bloom, welcoming tourists during their peak in mid-April while maintaining the appearance and essence crafted during the era of their planting. A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994, Ninna-ji continues to draw numerous visitors from around the world, representing Japan's rich historical and cultural heritage.

For more information, visit the official website.

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Stay updated with the official Ninna-ji Instagram account, where information on the limited edition paper-cut Goshuin, along with updates about historical structures and events unique to Ninna-ji, are regularly posted.

About ELternal Co., Ltd.

Founded in July 2020 and located on the 9th floor of the Sumitomo Realty and Development Yaesu Building in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, ELternal aims to create impactful cultural experiences through its consulting services. The mission, "Inspiring Japan," encompasses four domains: tourism development consulting, regional revitalization consulting, temple and shrine consulting, and next-generation permanent memorial consulting.

For additional information, visit the company website.

About the CEO

Takahiro Kokubo, CEO and President, graduated with an MBA from Waseda University and has extensive experience in tourism resource development and temple consulting. His entrepreneurial journey began during his graduate studies, winning a business plan competition, leading to the establishment of ELternal alongside Waseda University. With a strong focus on marketing strategies and promotional implementations, he has garnered recognition for his success in tourism development, contributing to notable projects like the revival of the Saitama Yakuyoke Kain Daishi. Under his leadership, visitor numbers soared from 1,000 to 500,000 in just five years. Today, Kokubo consults for various significant heritage temples, positioning ELternal as a leading firm in temple and shrine consulting across Japan.