Can you not enter a Buddhist sanctuary if you have tattoos?
This is another story related to entry restrictions.
A controversy has arisen after a woman who visited a temple in Busan claimed she was denied entry to the main Buddha hall because of her tattoos.
On the 30th, a post was shared on social media detailing an absurd experience at a temple in Busan.
The author stated that she tried to enter the main hall wearing shorts, but was blocked by a temple official.
She explained that when she tried to enter again after covering her lower body with an outer garment—asking if shorts were the problem—the temple official blocked her, saying that entry was still not allowed because of her tattoos.
She expressed her confusion, saying that while she understands temple etiquette for worship, she wonders if restricting entry simply for having tattoos is an official policy or if there are clear guidelines.
Following this story, some opinions emerged that it is excessive to view someone as ineligible for worship solely based on having tattoos.
On the other hand, the majority of netizens pointed out that visitors should observe a minimum standard of dress and etiquette when visiting religious facilities.
(Source: Online community, YouTube Haedong Yonggungsa TV)
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