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  • Renge-ji is made up of a pond garden with rocks, bridge, shrubs and moss. .This peaceful garden features a small but beautiful pond set against a hillside of cascading maple foliage.  The pond is located on the immediate north side of the sukiya style structure. While there is a path in the current garden, the site is primarily intended to be viewed from within the structure.
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  • Renge-ji is made up of a pond garden with rocks, bridge, shrubs and moss. .This peaceful garden features a small but beautiful pond set against a hillside of cascading maple foliage.  The pond is located on the immediate north side of the sukiya style structure. While there is a path in the current garden, the site is primarily intended to be viewed from within the structure.
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  • Tsukubai water basin at Renge-ji.  Renge-ji is made up of a pond garden with rocks, bridge, shrubs and moss.  This peaceful garden features a small but beautiful pond set against a hillside of cascading maple foliage.  The pond is located on the immediate north side of the sukiya style structure. While there is a path in the current garden, the site is primarily intended to be viewed from within the structure.
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  • Jisso-in Tsukabaim kakei, water basin, tsukubai, japanese basin, chozubachi, chozuya, temizuya, tsukubai, Japanese Water Basin, Tranquility;  Simplicity; serene, serenity, exterior space, nature, pattern, scenic, visual effect, no people, scenery, tranquil, tranquility, calm, historic sites, natural light, natural beauty, spirituality, simplicity, natural, landscapes, inspiration, inspiring, calming, calms, contemplative, meditative, mellow, peaceful, pleasant, beautiful, calmness,  idyllic, ideal, peacefulness, serenity, serene, nobody,
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  • Togoshi Park Garden has historical traces from the Hosokawa family of Kumamoto - a lord during the Edo period. The garden curves around an arrangement of valleys, waterfalls and a pond in a tsukiyama style.  The garden retains the elements of a Daimyo garden with trees and seasonal flowers such as plum, cherry and Ginkgo trees as well as Rhododendrons. Togoshi is a beautiful and peaceful spot but is not well known nor visited by anyone but the locals.  The large pond, waterfall, bridges, an artificial mountain and its magnificent entrance gate make it a masterpiece of landscape design particularly since it is now a mere Tokyo borough city park
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  • Togoshi Garden Tobi Ishi - Togoshi Park Garden has historical traces from the Hosokawa family of Kumamoto - a lord during the Edo period. The garden curves around an arrangement of valleys, waterfalls and a pond in a tsukiyama style.  The garden retains the elements of a Daimyo garden with trees and seasonal flowers such as plum, cherry and Ginkgo trees as well as Rhododendrons. Togoshi is a beautiful and peaceful spot but is not well known nor visited by anyone but the locals.  The large pond, waterfall, bridges, an artificial mountain and its magnificent entrance gate make it a masterpiece of landscape design particularly since it is now a mere Tokyo borough city park
    togoshi-park-garden-27.jpg
  • Ryoanji - The Temple of the Dragon at Peace - is a Zen temple located in Kyoto well known for its famous zen garden.  The garden is thought to have been built in the late 15th century and consists of raked gravel and fifteen moss covered boulders, which are placed so that, when looking at the garden from any angle only fourteen of the boulders are visible at one time. It is said that only through attaining enlightenment could you be able to view the fifteenth boulder.
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  • Ryoanji or the Temple of the Dragon at Peace is a Zen temple in northwest Kyoto, Ryoanji belongs to the My shin-ji school of the Rinzai branch of Zen Buddhism. The garden is considered to be the finest examples of a karesansui, Japanese rock garden, or zen garden, in the world. The temple and gardens are listed as Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Ryoanji or the Temple of the Dragon at Peace is a Zen temple in northwest Kyoto, Ryoanji belongs to the My shin-ji school of the Rinzai branch of Zen Buddhism. The garden is considered to be the finest examples of a karesansui, Japanese rock garden, or zen garden, in the world. The temple and gardens are listed as Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Tosa Kokubunji Temple Gate - Tosa Kokubunji is Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - The temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-12.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-11.jpg
  • Omikuji Wish Papers at Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-5.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-2.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-10.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-9.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji Temple Gate - Tosa Kokubunji is Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - The temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-7.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-4.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-3.jpg
  • Tosa Kokubunji - Temple 29 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage  - Tosa Kokubunji temple's history goes back more than 1200 years. The temple was constructed under the direction of Gyoki in the year 741 set in lush yet silent woods. The temple was once called Konkomyo Tennou Gokokunotera as it served as a place of worship for peace and tranquility, good harvests and the well being of all. Kokubunji Temple was later revived by Koubo Daishi as a temple of the Shingon Buddhist sect.  In 1922 a historical mound was discovered, which led to the entire temple grounds being designated as a National Cultural Heritage site. Excavation surveys held within the temple grounds in 1977 led to the discovery of the remains of dwellings dating back to the Yayoi period. Various emperors have used the temple as a place of rest.
    temple-29-tosa-kokubunji-1.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-22.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-21.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-20.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-14.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-13.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-12.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-10.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-14.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-13.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-9.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-7.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-11.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-12.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-4.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-3.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-19.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-5.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-18.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-17.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-3.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-8.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-5.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-4.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-2.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-11.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-10.jpg
  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
    Iyadanji-1.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
    Kokubunji-Sanuki-15.jpg
  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
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  • Kokubunji Sanuki Temple - The origins of Sanuki Kokubunji Temple date back to 741, when Emperor Shomu ordered the construction of provincial temples called kokubunji nationwide as a way of praying for peace, abundant harvests and cultural development throughout the land. Kokubunji Sanuki was built by the Buddhist monk Gyoki. Lining the promenade on both sides you will find 88 stone statues modeled after the principle images of every temple on the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Behind these stone statues on the right is an enormous boulder over a meter in size, which is the cornerstone of a seven-story pagoda that stood here when the temple was first built. The precincts of Kokubunji, along with its priests quarters and earthen walls are the only nationally designated special historical site in Shikoku.
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  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
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  • Iyadanji is most impressive in part because of its massive grounds that have been carved into a mountain, one of those temples with grounds that just keep on going and going. For this reason, many people think of it as the “cave temple”.  The peacefulness of the surrounding forest and high elevation reminds many of Mt. Koya. The buddhas that have been carved into the mountain and view from the top of the mountain are most impressive.
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  • Jorakuji Temple is temple No. 14. This temple has one of the most unusual courtyards of the entire pilgrimage. Its compound was built on an uneven rock bed with not one flat spot throughout. Jorakuji is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Peace. Kobo Daishi carved a statue of Maitreya in sacred wood, built the temple, and set up the statue as the main object of veneration in the temple. The legend here is that a woman carried her crippled husband five times around the entire pilgrimage, praying to Kobo Daishi to cure him. On the sixth circuit, they swore to commit suicide if he wasn't healed by the end of that trip. When they reached temple No. 14 the husband was healed and they walked the rest of the pilgrimage together.  It is also said that if a diabetic prays and drinks the boiled leaves of the yew tree beside the Main Hall, they will be cured.
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  • Jorakuji Temple is temple No. 14. This temple has one of the most unusual courtyards of the entire pilgrimage. Its compound was built on an uneven rock bed with not one flat spot throughout. Jorakuji is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Peace. Kobo Daishi carved a statue of Maitreya in sacred wood, built the temple, and set up the statue as the main object of veneration in the temple. The legend here is that a woman carried her crippled husband five times around the entire pilgrimage, praying to Kobo Daishi to cure him. On the sixth circuit, they swore to commit suicide if he wasn't healed by the end of that trip. When they reached temple No. 14 the husband was healed and they walked the rest of the pilgrimage together.  It is also said that if a diabetic prays and drinks the boiled leaves of the yew tree beside the Main Hall, they will be cured.
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  • Jorakuji Temple is temple No. 14. This temple has one of the most unusual courtyards of the entire pilgrimage. Its compound was built on an uneven rock bed with not one flat spot throughout. Jorakuji is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Peace. Kobo Daishi carved a statue of Maitreya in sacred wood, built the temple, and set up the statue as the main object of veneration in the temple. The legend here is that a woman carried her crippled husband five times around the entire pilgrimage, praying to Kobo Daishi to cure him. On the sixth circuit, they swore to commit suicide if he wasn't healed by the end of that trip. When they reached temple No. 14 the husband was healed and they walked the rest of the pilgrimage together.  It is also said that if a diabetic prays and drinks the boiled leaves of the yew tree beside the Main Hall, they will be cured.
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  • Jorakuji Temple is temple No. 14. This temple has one of the most unusual courtyards of the entire pilgrimage. Its compound was built on an uneven rock bed with not one flat spot throughout. Jorakuji is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Peace. Kobo Daishi carved a statue of Maitreya in sacred wood, built the temple, and set up the statue as the main object of veneration in the temple. The legend here is that a woman carried her crippled husband five times around the entire pilgrimage, praying to Kobo Daishi to cure him. On the sixth circuit, they swore to commit suicide if he wasn't healed by the end of that trip. When they reached temple No. 14 the husband was healed and they walked the rest of the pilgrimage together.  It is also said that if a diabetic prays and drinks the boiled leaves of the yew tree beside the Main Hall, they will be cured.
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  • The Singapore Japanese Garden is based on Japanese gardens from the Muromachi period (1392 – 1568) to the Momoyama period (1568 – 1615).  The garden  includes  a karesansui dry garden which exudes a sense of peace and tranquility with its minimalist and abstract design.  The garden is made up of arched bridges, stone lantern and ponds faithfully recreating traditional Japanese gardening style. The Singapore Japanese Garden is within the Chinese Garden complex, also known as Jurong Gardens, was made  in 1975 and designed by Prof. Yuen-chen Yu, an architect from Taiwan,. The garden’s concept is based on the integration of architectural features within the natural environment. The garden is modeled along the northern Chinese imperial styles of landscaping.  In Chinese gardens, bridges play a critical role and the most important structures may denote a specific character.
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  • Ryoanji - The Temple of the Dragon at Peace - is a Zen temple located in Kyoto well known for its famous zen garden.  The garden is thought to have been built in the late 15th century and consists of raked gravel and fifteen moss covered boulders, which are placed so that, when looking at the garden from any angle only fourteen of the boulders are visible at one time. It is said that only through attaining enlightenment could you be able to view the fifteenth boulder.
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  • Jorakuji Temple is temple No. 14. This temple has one of the most unusual courtyards of the entire pilgrimage. Its compound was built on an uneven rock bed with not one flat spot throughout. Jorakuji is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Peace. Kobo Daishi carved a statue of Maitreya in sacred wood, built the temple, and set up the statue as the main object of veneration in the temple. The legend here is that a woman carried her crippled husband five times around the entire pilgrimage, praying to Kobo Daishi to cure him. On the sixth circuit, they swore to commit suicide if he wasn't healed by the end of that trip. When they reached temple No. 14 the husband was healed and they walked the rest of the pilgrimage together.  It is also said that if a diabetic prays and drinks the boiled leaves of the yew tree beside the Main Hall, they will be cured.
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  • The Singapore Japanese Garden is based on Japanese gardens from the Muromachi period (1392 – 1568) to the Momoyama period (1568 – 1615).  The garden  includes  a karesansui dry garden which exudes a sense of peace and tranquility with its minimalist and abstract design.  The garden is made up of arched bridges, stone lantern and ponds faithfully recreating traditional Japanese gardening style. The Singapore Japanese Garden is within the Chinese Garden complex, also known as Jurong Gardens, was made  in 1975 and designed by Prof. Yuen-chen Yu, an architect from Taiwan,. The garden’s concept is based on the integration of architectural features within the natural environment. The garden is modeled along the northern Chinese imperial styles of landscaping.  In Chinese gardens, bridges play a critical role and the most important structures may denote a specific character.
    singapore-japanese-garden-2.jpg
  • The Singapore Japanese Garden is based on Japanese gardens from the Muromachi period (1392 – 1568) to the Momoyama period (1568 – 1615).  The garden  includes  a karesansui dry garden which exudes a sense of peace and tranquility with its minimalist and abstract design.  The garden is made up of arched bridges, stone lantern and ponds faithfully recreating traditional Japanese gardening style. The Singapore Japanese Garden is within the Chinese Garden complex, also known as Jurong Gardens, was made  in 1975 and designed by Prof. Yuen-chen Yu, an architect from Taiwan,. The garden’s concept is based on the integration of architectural features within the natural environment. The garden is modeled along the northern Chinese imperial styles of landscaping.  In Chinese gardens, bridges play a critical role and the most important structures may denote a specific character.
    singapore-japanese-garden-3.jpg
  • Ryoanji - The Temple of the Dragon at Peace - is a Zen temple located in Kyoto well known for its famous zen garden.  The garden is thought to have been built in the late 15th century and consists of raked gravel and fifteen moss covered boulders, which are placed so that, when looking at the garden from any angle only fourteen of the boulders are visible at one time. It is said that only through attaining enlightenment could you be able to view the fifteenth boulder.
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  • Daifukuji Treasure House Garden - Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Manyo no Mori Park was developed because Hamakita City, a part of Hamamatsu, was related to Manyoshu and Manyo culture.  The ancient temple Fudoji which was build during the Nara period is adjacent to the site.  The Kakusui Garden and its teahouses are surprisingly beautiful for a municipal park especially during springtime. Manyo-no-Mori is also a facility where visitors can experience Manyo culture and literature.
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  • Shokokuji Temple Kaisando Garden - Shokoku-ji occupies a vast area of northern Kyoto with many sub-temples under its dominion. In addition to the main hall Hojo gardens, the Kaisando next door is really the showcase of Shokokuji gardens. The Kaisando front garden is dedicated to Muso Soseki a prominent figure in Japanese Buddhism and forerunner of Japanese garden design. The two tiered Ryubuchimizu-no- Niwa garden has white sand in the foreground and moss at the base of maple trees in back.  The Kaisando garden has been listed as a National Important Property by the Japanese government. 
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  • Shogunzuka Seiryudan Dainichi-do Garden - one of the very finest in Kyoto, sits on top of Mt Higashiyama and is well known for its viewing deck of the city below. The Seiryuden garden is a strolling garden but with many twists and turns, leading the visitor down mossy pathways, past a Zen dry garden, the distant view of Mt Nishiyama, and a stunning view of Kyoto underneath it all. This vast undertaking, back in the Muromachi period, it is clear that this was a monumental undertaking given the resources of the times. The dry karesansui garden, a masterpiece of its kind, was created by Nakane Kinsaku.
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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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  • Kasuisai Temple Garden has 600 years of history, named by the shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. In April and May, cherries, peonies, and azaleas The large garden facing the main hall is called “Hokkazokai-no-Ike” - a dry garden surrounded by stones that makes use of the slope of the mountain behind. It is the best place for Zen training and even ordinary people can experience Zazen and also experience transcribing sutras and Shojin-ryori temple vegetarian cuisine. Sanmon mountain gate designed by Chuta Ito, a major figure in the architectural world. It was completed in 2010 based on the blueprint designed in 1935. Looking up before passing through the mountain gate, Aun's lions are looking at each other. The roof is lined with playful and expressive youkai from Chuta Ito, who was also a big youkai lover. The Gokoku Tower on the hill on the west side of the precincts was built in 1911 to worship the dead of the Russo-Japanese War. The design by Chuta Ito, is shaped like the pagoda of Gandhara.
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  • Kasuisai Temple Garden has 600 years of history, named by the shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. In April and May, cherries, peonies, and azaleas The large garden facing the main hall is called “Hokkazokai-no-Ike” - a dry garden surrounded by stones that makes use of the slope of the mountain behind. It is the best place for Zen training and even ordinary people can experience Zazen and also experience transcribing sutras and Shojin-ryori temple vegetarian cuisine. Sanmon mountain gate designed by Chuta Ito, a major figure in the architectural world. It was completed in 2010 based on the blueprint designed in 1935. Looking up before passing through the mountain gate, Aun's lions are looking at each other. The roof is lined with playful and expressive youkai from Chuta Ito, who was also a big youkai lover. The Gokoku Tower on the hill on the west side of the precincts was built in 1911 to worship the dead of the Russo-Japanese War. The design by Chuta Ito, is shaped like the pagoda of Gandhara.
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  • Gokonomiya Shrine Garden - Kobori Enshu, a renowned tea master and garden designer, arrived at Fushimi Magistrates office, next to this shrine,. The shogun, impressed with his work, took on Enshu. After WWII, the stones were moved to Gokonomiua Shrine and KinsakunNakane recreated the garden faithful to Kobori Enshu style,  in the background, plants dominate and an artificial hill and dead waterfall are found on opposite sides of the surface, represented by Shirakawa sand. Otherwise, the shrine is known for its healing properties and serves as a focus point for the entire neighborhood.
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  • Honkoji is an old temple built in the Nanbokucho period, and the Enshu style garden, which is said to have been built by Kobori Enshu from the end of Momoyama to the beginning of the Edo period, remains in the Shoin. One of the "Three Great Gardens of Enshu" that remains  Many old buildings such as (cultural property) remain, and it may be the temple and shrine where you can feel the history most in the western part of Shizuoka prefecture..  The Lotus Sutra, which is owned by Honkoji Temple and was written in the latter half of the Heian period, is also a national important cultural property. The pond of the Horai style pond, which faces the Okushoin and Daishoin, which is said to be the garden of Kobori Enshu recorded during the Warring States period.
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  • Honkoji is an old temple built in the Nanbokucho period, and the Enshu style garden, which is said to have been built by Kobori Enshu from the end of Momoyama to the beginning of the Edo period, remains in the Shoin. One of the "Three Great Gardens of Enshu" that remains  Many old buildings such as (cultural property) remain, and it may be the temple and shrine where you can feel the history most in the western part of Shizuoka prefecture..  The Lotus Sutra, which is owned by Honkoji Temple and was written in the latter half of the Heian period, is also a national important cultural property. The pond of the Horai style pond, which faces the Okushoin and Daishoin, which is said to be the garden of Kobori Enshu recorded during the Warring States period.
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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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  • Kasuisai Temple Garden has 600 years of history, named by the shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. In April and May, cherries, peonies, and azaleas The large garden facing the main hall is called “Hokkazokai-no-Ike” - a dry garden surrounded by stones that makes use of the slope of the mountain behind. It is the best place for Zen training and even ordinary people can experience Zazen and also experience transcribing sutras and Shojin-ryori temple vegetarian cuisine. Sanmon mountain gate designed by Chuta Ito, a major figure in the architectural world. It was completed in 2010 based on the blueprint designed in 1935. Looking up before passing through the mountain gate, Aun's lions are looking at each other. The roof is lined with playful and expressive youkai from Chuta Ito, who was also a big youkai lover. The Gokoku Tower on the hill on the west side of the precincts was built in 1911 to worship the dead of the Russo-Japanese War. The design by Chuta Ito, is shaped like the pagoda of Gandhara.
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  • Fukaji Temple was established in 701 A.D. around 1,300 years ago and is thus quiet ancient.  It was set up the legendary priest Gyouki who created a eleven faced Kannon statue here.  Its main garden was designed in the Edo Period. Fuka-ji temple has a secondary though small pond garden behind its main garden with a tiny island in the middle.  The combination of the slope mountain and the water lines projects an elegant natural landscape. The dry waterfall structure is highly evaluated and is designated as a piece of the Shinshiro-city cultural property.
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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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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-02.jpg
  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Shogunzuka Seiryudan Dainichi-do Garden - one of the very finest in Kyoto, sits on top of Mt Higashiyama and is well known for its viewing deck of the city below. The Seiryuden garden is a strolling garden but with many twists and turns, leading the visitor down mossy pathways, past a Zen dry garden, the distant view of Mt Nishiyama, and a stunning view of Kyoto underneath it all. This vast undertaking, back in the Muromachi period, it is clear that this was a monumental undertaking given the resources of the times. The dry karesansui garden, a masterpiece of its kind, was created by Nakane Kinsaku.
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  • Gokonomiya Shrine Garden - Kobori Enshu, a renowned tea master and garden designer, arrived at Fushimi Magistrates office, next to this shrine,. The shogun, impressed with his work, took on Enshu. After WWII, the stones were moved to Gokonomiua Shrine and KinsakunNakane recreated the garden faithful to Kobori Enshu style,  in the background, plants dominate and an artificial hill and dead waterfall are found on opposite sides of the surface, represented by Shirakawa sand. Otherwise, the shrine is known for its healing properties and serves as a focus point for the entire neighborhood.
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  • Ioji Garden - "Iojiokyu" is an old temple that is said to have been opened by Gyoki Bosatsu under the command of Emperor Shomu during the Nara period. The dry garden is thought to have been created by Kobori Enshu in the early Edo period as he was active in this area at that time, and even left his travel diary at Ioji Temple. The appearance of Satsuki and Azalea planting cut into pieces is quite unique The moss in front of the approach, the guest hall, and the back of the main buildings are also very beautiful - the approach along with the garden is a cultural property of Iwata City.   Ioji îs meticulously maintained and even has sakura cherry blossoms in April a favorite local feature.
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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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  • Daifukuji is an ancient temple built in the Heian period, and is named as one of the Five Mountains of Hubei around Lake Hamana.The Ikezumi strolling garden, which was created during the Muromachi period is said to have been modified by Sohen Yamada , the founder of the Sohen Yamada school. The pond strolling garden, which also serves as an appreciation ceremony, was once called "Jodoen", and there are many water lilies in the pond named Fukusuke Pond.  During the cherry blossom season in late March or early April it is also a well known spot for viewing sakura.
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  • Saikenji is a temple of the Soto sect that was built in the Muromachi period.  Toshiaki Masuno worked on the approach to the mountain gate and the plum grove "Plum Grove" .  The temple espouses garden therapy or Horticultural therapy is one of the phytotherapy and has been practiced for a long time in the United States and Europe. For example, all horticultural movements such as sowing, watering, weeding, harvesting, and processing stimulate the five senses, thereby preventing dementia, reducing stress, and expanding the range of movement of the body, resulting in physical and mental health and quality of life (QOL). It has been reported that there is an improvement in. Based on such physiotherapy, various activities are carried out in horticultural therapy and Zen society.
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  • Kasuisai Temple Garden has 600 years of history, named by the shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. In April and May, cherries, peonies, and azaleas The large garden facing the main hall is called “Hokkazokai-no-Ike” - a dry garden surrounded by stones that makes use of the slope of the mountain behind. It is the best place for Zen training and even ordinary people can experience Zazen and also experience transcribing sutras and Shojin-ryori temple vegetarian cuisine. Sanmon mountain gate designed by Chuta Ito, a major figure in the architectural world. It was completed in 2010 based on the blueprint designed in 1935. Looking up before passing through the mountain gate, Aun's lions are looking at each other. The roof is lined with playful and expressive youkai from Chuta Ito, who was also a big youkai lover. The Gokoku Tower on the hill on the west side of the precincts was built in 1911 to worship the dead of the Russo-Japanese War. The design by Chuta Ito, is shaped like the pagoda of Gandhara.
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  • Kasuisai Temple Garden has 600 years of history, named by the shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. In April and May, cherries, peonies, and azaleas The large garden facing the main hall is called “Hokkazokai-no-Ike” - a dry garden surrounded by stones that makes use of the slope of the mountain behind. It is the best place for Zen training and even ordinary people can experience Zazen and also experience transcribing sutras and Shojin-ryori temple vegetarian cuisine. Sanmon mountain gate designed by Chuta Ito, a major figure in the architectural world. It was completed in 2010 based on the blueprint designed in 1935. Looking up before passing through the mountain gate, Aun's lions are looking at each other. The roof is lined with playful and expressive youkai from Chuta Ito, who was also a big youkai lover. The Gokoku Tower on the hill on the west side of the precincts was built in 1911 to worship the dead of the Russo-Japanese War. The design by Chuta Ito, is shaped like the pagoda of Gandhara.
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  • Iou-ji Temple Moss Garden - Iou-ji is an old temple that is said to have been opened by Gyoki Bosatsu under the command of Emperor Shomu during the Nara period. The dry garden is thought to have been created by Kobori Enshu in the early Edo period as he was active in this area at that time, and even left his travel diary at Ioji Temple. The appearance of Satsuki and Azalea planting cut into pieces is quite unique The moss in front of the approach, the guest hall, and the back of the main buildings are also very beautiful - the approach along with the garden is a cultural property of Iwata City.   Ioji îs meticulously maintained and even has sakura cherry blossoms in April a favorite local feature.
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  • Honkoji is an old temple built in the Nanbokucho period, and the Enshu style garden, which is said to have been built by Kobori Enshu from the end of Momoyama to the beginning of the Edo period, remains in the Shoin. One of the "Three Great Gardens of Enshu" that remains  Many old buildings such as (cultural property) remain, and it may be the temple and shrine where you can feel the history most in the western part of Shizuoka prefecture..  The Lotus Sutra, which is owned by Honkoji Temple and was written in the latter half of the Heian period, is also a national important cultural property. The pond of the Horai style pond, which faces the Okushoin and Daishoin, which is said to be the garden of Kobori Enshu recorded during the Warring States period.
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  • Fukaji Temple was established in 701 A.D. around 1,300 years ago and is thus quiet ancient.  It was set up the legendary priest Gyouki who created a eleven faced Kannon statue here.  Its main garden was designed in the Edo Period. Fuka-ji temple has a secondary though small pond garden behind its main garden with a tiny island in the middle.  The combination of the slope mountain and the water lines projects an elegant natural landscape. The dry waterfall structure is highly evaluated and is designated as a piece of the Shinshiro-city cultural property.
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  • Fukaji Temple was established in 701 A.D. around 1,300 years ago and is thus quiet ancient.  It was set up the legendary priest Gyouki who created a eleven faced Kannon statue here.  Its main garden was designed in the Edo Period. Fuka-ji temple has a secondary though small pond garden behind its main garden with a tiny island in the middle.  The combination of the slope mountain and the water lines projects an elegant natural landscape. The dry waterfall structure is highly evaluated and is designated as a piece of the Shinshiro-city cultural property.
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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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  • Shokokuji Temple Kaisando Garden - Shokoku-ji occupies a vast area of northern Kyoto with many sub-temples under its dominion. In addition to the main hall Hojo gardens, the Kaisando next door is really the showcase of Shokokuji gardens. The Kaisando front garden is dedicated to Muso Soseki a prominent figure in Japanese Buddhism and forerunner of Japanese garden design. The two tiered Ryubuchimizu-no- Niwa garden has white sand in the foreground and moss at the base of maple trees in back.  The Kaisando garden has been listed as a National Important Property by the Japanese government. 
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  • Gokonomiya Shrine Garden - Kobori Enshu, a renowned tea master and garden designer, arrived at Fushimi Magistrates office, next to this shrine,. The shogun, impressed with his work, took on Enshu. After WWII, the stones were moved to Gokonomiua Shrine and KinsakunNakane recreated the garden faithful to Kobori Enshu style,  in the background, plants dominate and an artificial hill and dead waterfall are found on opposite sides of the surface, represented by Shirakawa sand. Otherwise, the shrine is known for its healing properties and serves as a focus point for the entire neighborhood.
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  • Daishin-in Temple Garden - Daishin-in was founded by Masamoto Hosokawa in the Muromachi period and  was relocated to Myoshinji Temple by Hosokawa Fujitaka.  Its small dry garden is called Auniwa was created by Kinsaku Nakane in the Showa period. The moss, white sand and pruning make this detail  a little difficult to see but the stonework expresses a dragon ascending to heaven. Many crape myrtle have been planted here to give the garden some color and contrast.  In addition, the dry garden south  of the main hall, is called Kiriishi no Niwa and has a characteristic flower bed in the center.
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  • Daikakuji Gosho Garden - Daikaku-ji is often called Sagan Gosho because of its connection with the imperial family as an imperial cloister. It is one of the largest and most important temples in Kyoto. Its Stone Stage, surrounded by a vast dry zen garden, is all that remains of the original Godai-do. Today the Stone Stage is occasionally used for performances of gagaku court music and court dances. Surrounding the garden and court stage, are a series of wooden corridors that are famous for their nightingale squeaksIng sounds, once used as early warning systems for unexpected danger approaching. The Corridor of Village Rain or Murasame-no-Roka- besides is squeaks, has a low ceiling that swords or spears could be swung and cause danger to passing noblemen.
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  • Daikakuji Gosho Corridor of Village Rain - Daikaku-ji is often called SaganGosho because of its connection with the imperial family as an imperial cloister. It is one of the largest and most important temples in Kyoto. Surrounding the garden and court stone stage are a series of wooden corridors that are famous for their nightingale squeaksIng sounds, once used as early warning systems for unexpected danger approaching. The Corridor of Village Rain or Murasame-no-Roka - besides is squeaks, has a low ceiling that swords or spears could be swung and cause danger to passing noblemen.
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