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Tegami-dokoro

A dedicated space to
focus solely on writing letters
to a special someone.

“Tegami-dokoro” is a quiet lounge created for writing letters.
Stationery and writing tools are provided so that anyone can stop by at any time and write. Take a small detour from everyday life to reflect on your memories, emotions and loved ones. This us a space to connect with your heart.

Tegami-dokoro Funabashi

Tegami-dokoroFunabashi

Away from the noise and commotion,
Tegami-dokoro Funabashi sits in quiet repose.
Feel the light shine through the greenery as you reflect on your thoughts,
or just enjoy settling quietly into a chair.
This is a space to let time pass gently by,
a quiet dialogue between you and your loved ones, or with yourself.

Letter Set

At Tegami-dokoro, writing tools, stationary and envelopes are all provided for you to use freely.

Drinks

You can relax and write a letter while enjoying some tea or coffee.

Post

Inside Tegami-dokoro, you will find a wall-mounted postbox. Letters placed in here will be ritually burned (otakiage) to deliver your message to your special someone.

Tegami-hyo

Along the path leading to Tegami-dokoro, waymarkers are inscribed with actual letters exchanged between famous authors, artists and their families or acquaintances. You can immerse yourself in their words as you make your way to Tegami-dokoro.

Letter Set

At Tegami-dokoro, writing tools, stationary and envelopes are all provided for you to use freely.

Drinks

You can relax and write a letter while enjoying some tea or coffee.

Post

Inside Tegami-dokoro, you will find a wall-mounted postbox. Letters placed in here will be ritually burned (otakiage) to deliver your message to your special someone.

Tegami-hyo

Along the path leading to Tegami-dokoro, waymarkers are inscribed with actual letters exchanged between famous authors, artists and their families or acquaintances. You can immerse yourself in their words as you make your way to Tegami-dokoro.

About the Architecture

About the Architecture

Tegami-dokoro is a tranquil space designed for you to introspect and connect with both your self and your loved ones through letters, allowing one to connect deeper with their feelings. Its serene and peaceful atmosphere, along with the sense of flowing time as letters and throughts are delivered across eras draws inspiration from the Azekura-zukuri style of Shosoin and the Farmsworth House in the U.S.

The “Tegami-hyo” (Letter Waymarkers), which guide you to the entrance of the grounds at Tegami-dokoro are signposts inscribed with actualletters written by authors and artists to their families and acquaintances. As you make your way to Tegami-dokoro, these markers help prepare you heart for writing.

Awards:
2017 Good Design Award
Faith & Form’s International Award (USA) 2017 (International Award for Religious Architecture, selected by architects across the U.S.)

Tegami-dokoro
(Tegami-dera Funabashi)

Address: 1306 Oganeho-cho, Funabashi-shi, Chiba 274-0082
TEL: 047-457-0550

Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Phone Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed: Every Wednesday
Entrance Free

Tegami-dokoro Edogawa

Tegami-dokoroEdogawa

Tegami-dokoro Edogawa, nestled down the stairs from the main hall,
is a space detached from daily life.
Here, you can confront your feelings while watching a flickering flame,
or relaxing on the veranda.
It’s a place to spend time as you wish,
reflecting and introspecting on the uncertaintieis you may have.

Letter Set

At Tegami-dokoro, writing tools, stationary and envelopes are all provided for you to use freely.

A bright and open veranda.

A bright and relaxing space that seamlessly blends with the courtyard.

Drinks

On the veranda, a service counter offers complimentary drinks for you to enjoy freely.

Post

Once you finish writing your letter please place it in the post box.Letters placed in here will be ritually burned (otakiage) to deliver your message to your special someone.

Letter Set

At Tegami-dokoro, writing tools, stationary and envelopes are all provided for you to use freely.

A bright and open veranda.

A bright and relaxing space that seamlessly blends with the courtyard.

Drinks

On the veranda, a service counter offers complimentary drinks for you to enjoy freely.

Post

Once you finish writing your letter please place it in the post box.Letters placed in here will be ritually burned (otakiage) to deliver your message to your special someone.

Tegami-dokoro
(Tegami-dera Edogawa)

Address: 4-23-1 Harue-cho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 134-0003
TEL: 03-3653-4499

Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Phone Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Entrance Free

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