This week's Heart and Soul captures the physical and symbolic power of bonshu - the huge, bronze Buddhist temple bells in Japan. Read more ...

The tone and timbre of Buddhist bells depends on their shape, thickness and metal composition. When the ancient capital was established in the late 8th century, temple bells were positioned in ...

At Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, visitors are often surprised by the sound of the temple bells. Despite being relatively small, many of the bells produce a deep, resonant tone that feels heavier and ...

Temple bells synchronize the left and right brain hemispheres using alpha wave frequencies. EEG and MRI studies confirm boosts in clarity, calm, and cognitive flow. The bell’s harmonic tones reduce ...

The terms “ryuzu,” “ike no ma” and “koma no tsume” refer to the top, midsection and bottom, respectively, of large bells found at Buddhist temples throughout Japan. Anyone familiar with these names ...