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The futuristic Ruriden columbarium in Tokyo's Shinjuku houses 2,046 illuminated glass Buddha altars corresponding to drawers storing ashes of the deceased, with progressive head monk Yajima Taijun explaining the high-tech temple, Wednesday. An IC card allows the owner of the altar containing the ashes to access the building and light up the corresponding statue. Ashes are stored for 33 years before being buried below the Ruriden.
The futuristic Ruriden columbarium in Tokyo's Shinjuku houses 2,046 illuminated glass Buddha altars corresponding to drawers storing ashes of the deceased, with progressive head monk Yajima Taijun explaining the high-tech temple, Wednesday. An IC card allows the owner of the altar containing the ashes to access the building and light up the corresponding statue. Ashes are stored for 33 years before being buried below the Ruriden.
French President Emmanuel Macron attends the unveiling of a life-size model of the engine of the new TGV M at the Gare de Lyon in Paris, to mark the 40th anniversary of the high-speed TGV. The latest model is expected to hit the rails in 2024. COMPLETES VIDI9MZ9PP_EN IMAGES
Every night since the start of the coronavirus lockdown in Paris, Lea, a 17-year-old high school student sings at her window, accompanied by a guitar and encouraged by her neighbours. Her performances begin just after the traditional 8pm applause for healthcare workers on the frontlines of the pandemic. IMAGES
This high-tech ‘smart’ mirror, is able to give beauty advice and pep talks to boost your self-esteem. Produced by Japanese company Novera, the mirror boasts a monitor, camera, and speaker.
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