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  • As you turn in to Indian Springs’ palm tree-lined drive, you’re entering a truly historic spa resort. Situated in Calistoga at the northern end of the Napa Valley, Indian Springs Resort and Spa is California’s oldest continuously operating pool and spa facility. Situated on 16 beautiful acres planted with olive and palm trees, roses and lavender, the property is blessed with four thermal geysers that produce an extraordinary supply of rich mineral water.
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  • As you turn in to Indian Springs’ palm tree-lined drive, you’re entering a truly historic spa resort. Situated in Calistoga at the northern end of the Napa Valley, Indian Springs Resort and Spa is California’s oldest continuously operating pool and spa facility. Situated on 16 beautiful acres planted with olive and palm trees, roses and lavender, the property is blessed with four thermal geysers that produce an extraordinary supply of rich mineral water.
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  • As you turn in to Indian Springs’ palm tree-lined drive, you’re entering a historic spa resort. Situated in Calistoga in Napa Valley, Indian Springs Resort and Spa is California’s oldest continuously operating pool and spa facility. Situated on 16 beautiful acres planted with olive, palms, roses and lavender the property has four thermal geysers that produce an extraordinary amount of rich mineral water.
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  • Tokyo Big Buddha at Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  The large Buddha itself is made of bronze with a height of 13 meters and weighs 32 tons. - the third largest in Japan.
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  • Tokyo Big Buddha at Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  The large Buddha itself is made of bronze with a height of 13 meters and weighs 32 tons. - the third largest in Japan.
    jorenji-daibutsu-1.jpg
  • Tokyo Big Buddha at Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  The large Buddha itself is made of bronze with a height of 13 meters and weighs 32 tons. - the third largest in Japan.
    jorenji-daibutsu-2.jpg
  • Toshodaiji Pond Garden - Toshodaiji was founded by Ganjin - a Chinese priest invited to Japan by the emperor to train priests and teach Buddhism. Ganjin's influence propagating Buddhism in Japan was monumental, and his arrival and teaching at Toshodaiji was important in this process.  Ganjin finally arrived in Japan after 7 attempts to cross the South China Sea and eventually went blind. Toshodaiji's main hall kondo was reopened in 2009 after being renovated during which the building was dismantled and reconstructed. The temple's lecture hall was originally at the Nara Imperial Palace and was moved to Toshodaiji. Today, it is the only surviving building of the former palace. The Buddha statues inside these buildings are national treasures of Japan.  North of the temple, the tomb of Ganjin is located surrounded by a moss garden.
    toshodaiji-10.jpg
  • Toshodaiji Pond Garden - Toshodaiji was founded by Ganjin - a Chinese priest invited to Japan by the emperor to train priests and teach Buddhism. Ganjin's influence propagating Buddhism in Japan was monumental, and his arrival and teaching at Toshodaiji was important in this process.  Ganjin finally arrived in Japan after 7 attempts to cross the South China Sea and eventually went blind. Toshodaiji's main hall kondo was reopened in 2009 after being renovated during which the building was dismantled and reconstructed. The temple's lecture hall was originally at the Nara Imperial Palace and was moved to Toshodaiji. Today, it is the only surviving building of the former palace. The Buddha statues inside these buildings are national treasures of Japan.  North of the temple, the tomb of Ganjin is located surrounded by a moss garden.
    toshodaiji-9.jpg
  • Toshodaiji Pond Garden - Toshodaiji was founded by Ganjin - a Chinese priest invited to Japan by the emperor to train priests and teach Buddhism. Ganjin's influence propagating Buddhism in Japan was monumental, and his arrival and teaching at Toshodaiji was important in this process.  Ganjin finally arrived in Japan after 7 attempts to cross the South China Sea and eventually went blind. Toshodaiji's main hall kondo was reopened in 2009 after being renovated during which the building was dismantled and reconstructed. The temple's lecture hall was originally at the Nara Imperial Palace and was moved to Toshodaiji. Today, it is the only surviving building of the former palace. The Buddha statues inside these buildings are national treasures of Japan.  North of the temple, the tomb of Ganjin is located surrounded by a moss garden.
    toshodaiji-8.jpg
  • Toshodaiji Pond Garden - Toshodaiji was founded by Ganjin - a Chinese priest invited to Japan by the emperor to train priests and teach Buddhism. Ganjin's influence propagating Buddhism in Japan was monumental, and his arrival and teaching at Toshodaiji was important in this process.  Ganjin finally arrived in Japan after 7 attempts to cross the South China Sea and eventually went blind. Toshodaiji's main hall kondo was reopened in 2009 after being renovated during which the building was dismantled and reconstructed. The temple's lecture hall was originally at the Nara Imperial Palace and was moved to Toshodaiji. Today, it is the only surviving building of the former palace. The Buddha statues inside these buildings are national treasures of Japan.  North of the temple, the tomb of Ganjin is located surrounded by a moss garden.
    toshodaiji-11.jpg
  • Toshodaiji Pond Garden - Toshodaiji was founded by Ganjin - a Chinese priest invited to Japan by the emperor to train priests and teach Buddhism. Ganjin's influence propagating Buddhism in Japan was monumental, and his arrival and teaching at Toshodaiji was important in this process.  Ganjin finally arrived in Japan after 7 attempts to cross the South China Sea and eventually went blind. Toshodaiji's main hall kondo was reopened in 2009 after being renovated during which the building was dismantled and reconstructed. The temple's lecture hall was originally at the Nara Imperial Palace and was moved to Toshodaiji. Today, it is the only surviving building of the former palace. The Buddha statues inside these buildings are national treasures of Japan.  North of the temple, the tomb of Ganjin is located surrounded by a moss garden.
    toshodaiji-7.jpg
  • Tenryu-ji more formally known as Tenryu Shiseizen-ji is the head temple of the Tenryu branch of Rinzai Zen Buddhism, located in Arashiyama, Kyoto.  The temple was founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339, primarily to venerate Gautama Buddha, and its first chief priest was Muso Soseki the famous Zen garden designer.  As a temple related to both the Ashikaga family and Emperor Go-Daigo, the temple is held in high esteem, and is ranked number one among Kyoto's so-called "Five Mountains." In 1994, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Tenryu-ji more formally known as Tenryu Shiseizen-ji is the head temple of the Tenryu branch of Rinzai Zen Buddhism, located in Arashiyama, Kyoto.  The temple was founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339, primarily to venerate Gautama Buddha, and its first chief priest was Muso Soseki the famous Zen garden designer.  As a temple related to both the Ashikaga family and Emperor Go-Daigo, the temple is held in high esteem, and is ranked number one among Kyoto's so-called "Five Mountains." In 1994, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Tenryu-ji more formally known as Tenryu Shiseizen-ji is the head temple of the Tenryu branch of Rinzai Zen Buddhism, located in Arashiyama, Kyoto.  The temple was founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339, primarily to venerate Gautama Buddha, and its first chief priest was Muso Soseki the famous Zen garden designer.  As a temple related to both the Ashikaga family and Emperor Go-Daigo, the temple is held in high esteem, and is ranked number one among Kyoto's so-called "Five Mountains." In 1994, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Since the year 736, Hase-Dera Temple has been known as the 4th station among the 33 holy places in the Kanto area, and one of the main stops for Buddhist pilgrims in Kamakura, situated down the street from the Great Buddha of Kamakura.  Hase-Dera has landscaped Japanese gardens, a giant prayer wheel, jizo caves, a bamboo grove and a vegetarian restaurant up the hill with a bird-eye view of Kamakura and the Shonan Coast.
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  • Botataung Pagoda literally "1000 military officers" is a famous pagoda located in  Yangon, Myanmar, near the Yangon river. The pagoda was first built by the Mon around the same time as Shwedagon Pagoda over 2500 years ago and houses what is believed to be a sacred hair of Buddha.
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  • Since the year 736, Hase-Dera Temple has been known as the 4th station among the 33 holy places in the Kanto area, and one of the main stops for Buddhist pilgrims in Kamakura, situated down the street from the Great Buddha of Kamakura.  Hase-Dera has landscaped Japanese gardens, a giant prayer wheel, jizo caves, a bamboo grove and a vegetarian restaurant up the hill with a bird-eye view of Kamakura and the Shonan Coast.
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  • Since the year 736, Hase-Dera Temple has been known as the 4th station among the 33 holy places in the Kanto area, and one of the main stops for Buddhist pilgrims in Kamakura, situated down the street from the Great Buddha of Kamakura.  Hase-Dera has landscaped Japanese gardens, a giant prayer wheel, jizo caves, a bamboo grove and a vegetarian restaurant up the hill with a bird-eye view of Kamakura and the Shonan Coast.
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  • Wat Pho Carp Pond - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
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  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-6.jpg
  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-3.jpg
  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
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  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-2.jpg
  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-4.jpg
  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-1.jpg
  • Jorenji Temple is a Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  Although Joren-ji is best known for its large bronze Buddha, its grounds and pond garden are well worth a visit.
    jorenji-temple-garden-7.jpg
  • Rakan Statue at Jorenji Temple - Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  The large Buddha itself is made of bronze with a height of 13 meters and weighs 32 tons. - the third largest in Japan.
    jorenji-daibutsu-4.jpg
  • Rakan Statue at Jorenji Temple - Jodo sect temple in Akatsuka ,Itabashi, Tokyo known for its  Tokyo Big Buddha usually referred to as Akatsuka Daibutsu or Tokyo Big Buddha.  In addition to the Big Buddha at Joren-ji, there is also a very large rakan Buddha's disciple statue and an adacent Japanese pond garden with a unique pavilion in it.  The large Buddha itself is made of bronze with a height of 13 meters and weighs 32 tons. - the third largest in Japan.
    jorenji-daibutsu-3.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
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  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-16.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Gate - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-02.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-15.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-10.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-06.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-11.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-12.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-08.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-09.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-04.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-05.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Gate - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-03.jpg
  • Koshoji Temple Garden - Koshoji was the first Zen Buddhist temple of the Soto sect in Japan, which was opened by Dogen Zen Master during the Kamakura period. The official name is "Buddha Tokuyama Kannon Doriin Koshohorinzenji". The garden and the approach Kotozaka are designated scenic spots by Kyoto Prefecture.  In the front garden, the 13-storied pagoda, which was once placed in the nearby Uji River, was moved to the temple. This was built in the Kamakura period and is said to be the largest and oldest existing stone pagoda in Japan. The Shoin Garden is located back of the temple and is a pond-viewing garden that makes use of the background slope, some of the stonework and also the moss composition may be of a more modern composition. 
    Koshoji-07.jpg
  • Iwaya Park is most well known in Minami Kyushu as a campground and local spot of scenic beauty.  There is a pavilion beside the pond called Sakuranoyakata with many Buddhist altars displayed inside. On the 2nd floor, there is an observation deck and cafe and gallery displaying Buddha sculptures.  Views of the pond and garden are its main attraction, however.
    iwaya-park-pavilion-6.jpg
  • Iwaya Park is most well known in Minami Kyushu as a campground and local spot of scenic beauty.  There is a pavilion beside the pond called Sakuranoyakata with many Buddhist altars displayed inside. On the 2nd floor, there is an observation deck and cafe and gallery displaying Buddha sculptures.  Views of the pond and garden are its main attraction, however.
    iwaya-park-pavilion-3.jpg
  • Iwaya Park is most well known in Minami Kyushu as a campground and local spot of scenic beauty.  There is a pavilion beside the pond called Sakuranoyakata with many Buddhist altars displayed inside. On the 2nd floor, there is an observation deck and cafe and gallery displaying Buddha sculptures.  Views of the pond and garden are its main attraction, however.
    iwaya-park-pavilion-4.jpg
  • Iwaya Park is most well known in Minami Kyushu as a campground and local spot of scenic beauty.  There is a pavilion beside the pond called Sakuranoyakata with many Buddhist altars displayed inside. On the 2nd floor, there is an observation deck and cafe and gallery displaying Buddha sculptures.  Views of the pond and garden are its main attraction, however.
    iwaya-park-pavilion-2.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
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  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
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  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    nakanobu-2.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    nakanobu-1.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
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  • Jikko-in Temple was built as a monastery for chanting and public speaking used in ceremonies and memorial services of Japanese Buddhism. Each of the chapels are adorned with paintings of the 36 Shisen Images of Shisendo. Water from the falls of Ritsu River flows into the Keishinen Garden. The area in front of the pond is supposed to be of this world, while the other side is the paradise of the Buddha.
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  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
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  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    nakanobu-5.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    nakanobu-3.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    koguen-nakanobu-taima-dera-2.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-garden-3.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-garden-1.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-amber-2.jpg
  • Nakanobu Koguen Garden Taima-dera - Taima-dera contains two famous gardens, the main one being the Pure Land austere garden at Okunoin at the back of the temple complex.  The other garden is Nakanobu Koguen.  Koguen is a moss garden surrounding a small narrow pond, with a teahouse facing it.  Taima-dera was established when the Imperial Prince Maroko, the brother of Prince Shotoku, who worked on spreading Buddhism, built the temple in 612. Because it was moved to the present location in 681 by Taima no Kunimi, a powerful figure of the time, it came to be known as Taima-dera. Its object of worship is a mandala, which is a painting that depicts the teachings of the Buddha.
    koguen-nakanobu-taima-dera-1.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-amber-3.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-amber-1.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-6.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-garden-2.jpg
  • Zensuiji is a temple whose main hall was built in 1366 during the Nanbokucho period and is a national treasure. The Hyakuden-no-Ike Pond on the sleeve of the main hall is a pond strolling garden. The current appearance was recently renovated but the history of Ikezumi dates back to the beginning of the Heian period. It was founded in an ancient temple called at the beginning of the Nara period. At the beginning of the Heian period, Saicho discovered this "Hyakuden Pond" when he visited this area. Supposedly, Saicho found the golden Yakushi Buddha in the pond, which was originally created by the water flowing from the mountain, and realizes that the water in this pond is sacred water. After that, when he gave it to Emperor Kanmu and prayed for healing, he recovered in about a week, so the temple was given the name of Zensuiji which continues to this day - though not to be confused with Zentsuji in Ehime Prefecture the birthplace of Kobo Daishi, important in its own right.
    zensuiji-7.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-5.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-7.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-6.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-1.jpg
  • 30. Rinnoji 輪王寺 - Rinnoji Temple was founded in 766 AD by the Buddhist hermit monk Shodo Shonin.  Rinnoji quickly became a popular retreat for ascetic monks who wished to meditate in the mountains.  It was once so important that it had 500 sub-temples under its rule.  Rinnoji is best known for its Sanbutsudoh Three Buddha Hall and the beautiful Japanese meditation garden Shoyo-en on its grounds.  The layout at Shoyo-en is modeled after Lake Biwa, showing the Japanese knack for representation through reduction and miniaturization.
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  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-8.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-4.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-3.jpg
  • Unpenji - Temple 66 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage-   Although Unpenji is much closer to the population centers of Ehime and Kagawa prefectures, but it is officially a part of Tokushima prefecture.  Unpenji temple is a Sekisho temple, a sort of spiritual checkpoint to ensure sincerity, and also a difficult one to reach.  What is the most impressive at Unpenji temple is the expressive and lifelike 500 Arhats - saints who gathered for the Buddhist Councils when the Buddha reached Nirvana. The expression of each 500 Arhati is different from each other. Some look thoughtful, some fierce, and a few with smiles. At 911 meters above the sea level, Unpenji is at the border between Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures. Standing on the mountain, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the Sanuki plain, the Inland Sea and the mountains of Tokushima.
    temple-66-umpenji-2.jpg
  • Botataung Pagoda literally "1000 military officers" is a famous pagoda located in  Yangon, Myanmar, near the Yangon river. The pagoda was first built by the Mon around the same time as Shwedagon Pagoda over 2500 years ago and houses what is believed to be a sacred hair of Buddha.
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  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-3.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-5.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-2.jpg
  • Stone Lantern at Shukkeien Garden - Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
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  • Stone Lantern at Shukkeien Garden - Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
    shukkeien-16.jpg
  • Stone Lantern at Fukusan Kaikan - Fukusan Kaikan Garden is a part of Fukuyama Castle grounds.  Ishidoro lanterns are usually used to decorate Japanese gardens, shrines and temples rather than for providing light, although occasionally they are lit up with candles inside during festivals.   Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
    AMBER-LOTUS-2023-222.jpg
  • Stone Lantern at Fukusan Kaikan - Fukusan Kaikan Garden is a part of Fukuyama Castle grounds.  Ishidoro lanterns are usually used to decorate Japanese gardens, shrines and temples rather than for providing light, although occasionally they are lit up with candles inside during festivals.   Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
    fukusan-kaikan-garden-4.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-7.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-5.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-1.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-8.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-2.jpg
  • Ishidoro lanterns are usually used to decorate Japanese gardens, shrines and temples rather than for providing light, although occasionally they are lit up with candles inside during festivals.   Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
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  • Ishidoro lanterns are usually used to decorate Japanese gardens, shrines and temples rather than for providing light, although occasionally they are lit up with candles inside during festivals.   Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
    kodaira-shosenji-3.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-8.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-7.jpg
  • Stone Lantern at Fukusan Kaikan - Fukusan Kaikan Garden is a part of Fukuyama Castle grounds.  Ishidoro lanterns are usually used to decorate Japanese gardens, shrines and temples rather than for providing light, although occasionally they are lit up with candles inside during festivals.   Ishidoro Lanterns were introduced to Japan via China in the 6th century.  The earliest lanterns, found only in temple grounds, were designed to hold the flame representing Buddha.  Light  helps us overcome the darkness of ignorance. Ishidoro were originally used at temples, gardens and shrines.  Around the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted and placed in the gardens of teahouses. The garden itself is a forest pond style garden designed by Nishimura, a Kyoto artist, which took 10 years to complete.  Its pond is in the shape of a heart.
    AMBER-LOTUS-2023-252.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-1.jpg
  • Sairin-ji Temple sits on a plain next to a river in grounds that have been laid out in straight lines. Sairinji is also known as the West Forest Temple.  Its gardens are puncutated with picturesque rocks and pines.  It was founded in the middle of the 8th century but moved here by Kobo-Daishi at the beginning of the 9th century. Locals associate the temple with Buddhist hell, because of its topography as it lays lower than the nearby ground, so superstitious people believe that when you pass through the temple gate they may fall into hell.  In reality, the temple  beside the pond in the temple grounds there is a statue of Fukusazuke Jizo - if you pray to it you will be granted one wish. The original temple buildings were destroyed by fire.  Sairin-ji has a small koi pond with a Buddha on an island in the middle. Sairinji is temple number 48 of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail which is traditionally completed on foot taking up some 40 days to complete as the full course is approximately 1200 km.
    sairin-ji-3.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-6.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-3.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-11.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-5.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-4.jpg
  • Gokuraku-jodo Garden at Shitennoji Honbo was designed according to Paradise of the Amida Buddha.   The Gokuraku-jodo Garden, laid out in the early Edo Period, is based on an idea of the Paradise of Amida with pleasant ponds and rock waterfalls, cherry trees, irises and stone lanterns. The Kame-no-ike Pond in the main complex is famous for its many turtles laying in the sun.
    shitennoji-honbo-garden-2.jpg
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