Tag: japan
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Katsuō-ji – The Charming Daruma Temple!
Katsuō-ji stands as a beacon for an excellent day trip from Osaka. Known for it’s fall foliage and thousands of Daruma. The temple is centuries old, has been rebuilt several times, and has a very charming atmosphere. The temple belongs to the Kōyasan Shingon-shū sect of Japanese Buddhism and is a popular stop for pilgrims and tourists…
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Enryaku-Ji Temple: A Buddhist Temple Tucked in the Mountains of Japan
What is Enryaku-Ji? Enryaku-Ji is an active Buddhist temple belonging to the Tendai sect. It is located at the top of Mount Hiei, and was founded in the year 788. It is located in Shiga prefecture, due east of Kyoto, and close to Lake Biwa. It had been burned down in 1571 and reconstruction was…
Someone Who Wanders 