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  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
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  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-04.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-02.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-14.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-12.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-06.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-05.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-01.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-03.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-08.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-07.jpg
  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through the azaleas, that leads to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
    Butsugyoji-10.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-02.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
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  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-17.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-18.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-15.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-12.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-11.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-09.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-04.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    AMBER-LOTUS-2023-2.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-16.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-10.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-06.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-03.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-01.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-14.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Azalea Garden - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-13.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-3.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-5.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-11.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-9.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-6.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-12.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-10.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-13.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-4.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-8.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-1.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-7.jpg
  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine in Tokyo is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
    nezu-shrine-garden-2.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-07.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji Temple Bell - Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-05.jpg
  • Shiofune Kannon-ji is most famous for its azaleas that bloom in late April and early May, with 17,000 trees from fifteen different types.  The plants form a unique azalea garden that is unusual in its design and conception.  On top of the undulating hills and mounds of azaleas is a large statue of Kannon the Buddhist goddess of mercy for whom the temple is named. <br />
 Shiofune Kannonji temple is where founder Yao Bikuni is said to have lived 800 years through eating mermaid flesh. The temple was built in 650, though the main hall was erected in the Muromachi period.  The temple has been designated as an important cultural property by the government of Japan.
    shiofune-kannonji-08.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji Pagoda - Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji Pagoda - Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-9.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-1.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
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  • Shosenji Temple Pond Garden - Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period established this temple and garden.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-10.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-4.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-3.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-4.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-1.jpg
  • 73.5 Rhododendron Boninenssis Nakai is a plant species endemic to the Ogasawara Isalnds.  Rhododendrons are a species of plants in the heath family Ericacaea found mainly in Asia. Most species have brightly colored flowers.  The most common variety are azaleas which are distinguished from true rhododendrons by having only five anthers per flower as opposed to ten.
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  • Rhododendron Boninenssis Nakai is a type of plant endemic to the Ogasawara Isalnds, once known as the Bonin Islands. Rhododendron is a species of plants in the heath family Ericacaea found mainly in Asia. Most species have brightly colored flowers.  The most common variety are azaleas which are distinguished from true rhododendrons by having only five anthers per flower as opposed to ten.
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  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-16.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-14.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-9.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-7.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-3.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    kodaira-shosenji-1.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-17.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-11.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-8.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-5.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-19.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-6.jpg
  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
    shosenji-kodaira-5.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
    eirinji-hachioji-7.jpg
  • Eirinji or Eirinji Jokoden Temple located in Shimo-Yugi in Hachioji Tokyo.  The temple is selected as one of Hachioji Hachiji-Hakkei 88 Scenic Places in Hachioji.   Eirinji is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism. The main object of worship is Dakini Sonten.  Passing through the three gates of Somon, Romon and Suzakumon, you will reach the main hall. On a hill behind the main hall is the ruin of Oishi Sadahisa‘s old residence, as well as a magnificent dry zen garden that is rarely open to the public but can be seen from the corner of the main temple building. The temple is attributed to Oishi Sadahisa, a powerful warrior in the Warring States period 1493-1573. When Sadahisa moved to Takiyama Castle with which the temple is associated, he founded Eirinji here. Later when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to the Kanto region, he praised the grove in the precinct of this temple.  Surrounding the temple grounds are hills planted with various types of shrubs, including azaleas that bloom in spring with color
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  • Shosenji Temple was made by Ogawa Kuro, who developed Ogawa Village along Ome Kaido Road in the Edo period.  The waterway stream of Tamagawajosui that has been used as the water of the village life is part of the temple in the form of a small pond.. The garden is known as "The Village of Runaway Water”.  In this unique garden, shrubs have been sculpted around massive stones throughout the garden, with stone pagodas and 33 Kannon statues.  Although the temple grounds and garden are not well maintained, nevertheless,  it is one of the most unique Japanese gardens in the Tokyo area and well worth visiting, especially in spring when azaleas are in bloom.  The weeds and tasteless sculptures need to be overlooked, but the original garden masterful design is its high point.   The temple itself was destroyed in 1819 and again in 1898 but was rebuilt both times.  The temple structures were remodeled in 1916 and again in 1999.
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  • Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden - Nezu Shrine is without a doubt most famous for its unique undulating azalea garden built along hills and trails. It is planted with more than 3000 azaleas of over 100 species.  Next to the Azalea Garden or Tsutsumi Teien, pathways tunnel through hundreds of torii or shrine arches.  Nezu Shrine was established more than 1900 years ago and is therefore one of Tokyo’s most important and historic Shinto shrines.
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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.
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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.
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  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through that passes by several caves, the trail leads up to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
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  • Butsugyoji is a temple related to Kajiwara Kagetoki, located in a quiet residential area of Fueda Kamakura.  It is most famous for its pond garden and azaleas and rhododendrons ithat are in bloom in April and May.  The azaleas are planted, helter-skelter in an undulating pattern on the hill facing Mt. Fueda which has a large and popular public park.  Above the temple itself, there is a hiking trail through that passes by several caves, the trail leads up to the tomb of Kajiwara at the top.   In 1958 the main hall collapsed due to a landslide but was quickly rebuilt.
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  • Myokensha is a shrine within the grounds of Honshoji Temple where the garden of the great swordsman Miyamoto Musashi remains. Due to the Separation of Shinto and Buddhism, the temple and the shrine are now separate entities, but Honshoji Temple info states information about Myoken-sha Shrine, so it seems that the relationship is still deep, therefore Myokensha is still enshrined in Honshoji Temple.  At Myokensha, there remains a small dry landscape garden that is characterized by trimmed azaleas, famous spot for azaleas in Akashi.
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • Makino Botanical Garden was created to honor the achivement of Dr Tomitaro Makino the father of plant taxonomy in Japan.  In addition to its vast gardens, it has also a center for education and research actvities, with particular focus on medicinal plants.  This Botanical Garden displays various wild plants of Kochi Prefecture from the Pacific basin to the Shikoku Mountains.  In the North Garden, Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s beloved cherries and azaleas bloom in Spring, covering the northern slope of the mountain. In Autumn, yellow Patrinia and Japanese clover flower prevail. The South Garden was formerly part of the Chikurinji Temple and was designed to complement existing pathways and temple features. Many other features are located in the South Garden as well, including the greenhouse and wild azaleas.
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • Makino Botanical Garden was created to honor the achivement of Dr Tomitaro Makino the father of plant taxonomy in Japan.  In addition to its vast gardens, it has also a center for education and research actvities, with particular focus on medicinal plants.  This Botanical Garden displays various wild plants of Kochi Prefecture from the Pacific basin to the Shikoku Mountains.  In the North Garden, Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s beloved cherries and azaleas bloom in Spring, covering the northern slope of the mountain. In Autumn, yellow Patrinia and Japanese clover flower prevail. The South Garden was formerly part of the Chikurinji Temple and was designed to complement existing pathways and temple features. Many other features are located in the South Garden as well, including the greenhouse and wild azaleas.
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  • Conservatory at Makino Botanical Garden - Makino Botanical Garden was created to honor the achivement of Dr Tomitaro Makino the father of plant taxonomy in Japan.  In addition to its vast gardens, it has also a center for education and research actvities, with particular focus on medicinal plants.  This Botanical Garden displays various wild plants of Kochi Prefecture from the Pacific basin to the Shikoku Mountains.  In the North Garden, Dr. Tomitaro Makino’s beloved cherries and azaleas bloom in Spring, covering the northern slope of the mountain. In Autumn, yellow Patrinia and Japanese clover flower prevail. The South Garden was formerly part of the Chikurinji Temple and was designed to complement existing pathways and temple features. Many other features are located in the South Garden as well, including the greenhouse and wild azaleas.
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  • Kamiya Denbei Inage Villa was built in Inage, Chiba during the Taisho era by Denbe Kamiya, a businessman known as Japan's Wine King.  It is currently used and open to the public as a related facility to the Chiba Civic Gallery Inage, which is built on the premises.  The pond strolling style garden that can be seen today and plantings such as azaleas, pines, cycads has remained almost unchanged since it was built.  It is said that Denbei Kamiya liked to visit this villa in spring when the azaleas were in full bloom.  The Western-style building is a nationally registered tangible cultural property and the Japanese-style garden that was created at that time remains. 
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  • Myokensha is a shrine within the grounds of Honshoji Temple where the garden of the great swordsman Miyamoto Musashi remains. Due to the Separation of Shinto and Buddhism, the temple and the shrine are now separate entities, but Honshoji Temple info states information about Myoken-sha Shrine, so it seems that the relationship is still deep, therefore Myokensha is still enshrined in Honshoji Temple.  At Myokensha, there remains a small dry landscape garden that is characterized by trimmed azaleas, famous spot for azaleas in Akashi.
    Myokensha-1.jpg
  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
    ryotan-ji-13.jpg
  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
    ryotan-ji-11.jpg
  • The official name is "Manmatsuyama Ryotanji Zen Temple has a long history, and it is said that Gyoki opened its predecessor, Jizo-ji, in 733 of the Nara period . The name Ryotanji is named after Naomori Ii .  the dry garden in front of the main hall Mt. Potalaka Garden is a relatively new garden created in the Heisei era. The front garden, because of its white sand shape it is popularly known locally as the Lake Hamana Garden.  The main pond-viewing garden on the north side of the main hall is a nationally designated scenic garden created by Kobori Enshu. According to the temple, it was built around 1630. The long horizontal pond is a Shin-ji pond, and the waterfall stone group is represented by a stone group that uses many azaleas, azaleas, and local chert stones in the artificial hill. 
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