Kokubunji vs. Tengenji. Trusting in the protection of Bishamonten, the Tengenji strategy.
This is not about religious conflict, but about prestigious elementary schools affiliated with universities. Tamon-zan Tengenji in Azabu, Tokyo, is known for enshrining Bishamonten, the personal guardian deity of Tokugawa Ieyasu during his military campaigns. Here is a story about what else it is known for.
Talk from the elementary school entrance exam scene
In the elementary school entrance exam scene, it is said that Waseda University and Keio University affiliated elementary schools are referred to by code names based on the names of temples near their locations. Kokubunji refers to Waseda Jitsugyo School Elementary Division, and Tengenji refers to Keio Yochisha Elementary School. Furthermore, preparation for the Yochisha entrance exam is called the Tengenji strategy.
Two temples
Waseda University and Keio University are often compared, but the differences between the two temples are also interesting.
Kokubunji is a Shingon sect temple established in the Nara period, and its principal image is Yakushi Nyorai. It is believed to bring healing from illness. On the other hand,
Tengenji is a Rinzai sect temple established in the Edo period, and its principal image is Bishamonten. This Bishamonten is the deity that protected Tokugawa Ieyasu in numerous battles as his personal guardian during his military campaigns.
Prayer for victory
Entrance exams might be the first major challenge in life. As the final step of the Tengenji strategy, it might be a good idea to pray for victory to Bishamonten.