The Ihai-do (memorial tablet hall) of Arayamaryusen-ji Temple, completed in 2000, represents a contemporary approach to traditional Japanese religious architecture. Designed by Yamaguchi Takashi Architectural Laboratory, this building harmoniously blends modern construction techniques with classical temple aesthetics. Located in Sonobe, Kyoto Prefecture, the structure serves both spiritual and ceremonial functions, housing memorial tablets while accommodating contemporary funeral and celebration services. The design thoughtfully integrates functional requirements of a modern ceremony hall with the sacred character expected of a Buddhist temple structure, making it a notable example of 21st-century Japanese religious architecture.