Ballpark District in Denver in Denver County, Colorado — The American Mountains (Southwest)
The Reverend Yoshitaka Tamai
Born October 10, 1900 - Died September 25, 1983.
Photographed By Bruce InCharlotte, December 10, 2022
1. The Reverend Yoshitaka Tamai Marker
A native of Toyama-ken, Japan, the Rev. Tamai came to Denver in June of 1930. He devoted the rest of his life - 53 years - to the spiritual, cultural and social needs of Buddhists in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, Montana, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico. He taught by example those admirable qualities embodied in the Buddhist faith. His kindness and compassion touched thousands, creating a rich and lasting heritage. Tamai Tower was erected in 1972 as a living memorial to this gentle priest recognized as one of Jodo Shinshu's most eminent ministers. This statue is dedicated to his memory by a community which loved and respected the priest often called the "Living Buddha."
Dedicated October 5, 1996.
"The highest life is when everything results in a feeling of gratitude"
"Discard our egotistical heart and replace it with the mind of faith"
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Asian Americans • Churches & Religion • Immigration. A significant historical date for this entry is October 10, 1900.
Location. 39° 45.125′ N, 104° 59.604′ W. Marker is in Denver, Colorado, in Denver County. It is in the Ballpark District. Marker is at the intersection of 19th Street and Larimer Street, on the right when traveling west on 19th Street
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The House of Mirrors (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Red Light District Market Street (about 500 feet away); Windsor Farm Dairy Building / The Crocker Cracker Factory (about 700 feet away); Blake Street Area (approx. 0.2 miles away); General Electric Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Rocky Mountain Fashion (approx. 0.2 miles away); Yo Soy Joaquin (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cherry Creek Emigrant's Song (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Denver.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 31, 2023, by Bruce InCharlotte of Charlotte, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 97 times since then and 38 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on August 31, 2023, by Bruce InCharlotte of Charlotte, North Carolina. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
