Category: Visit Japan

Shorinji Temple was build at 712. It is famous with very beautiful eleven faced Kannon. This picture is a prototype, and the real one is located in isolated area protected with multiple layered entrance. From main architecture, you can see panorama view with Yamanobe-no-Michi and Mount Miwa.

Abe-no-Monjuin is an temple which is built at 645 and recognized as one of the oldest temples. Monju Bosatu, which is the principal object of worship was created by Kaikei. In the main architecture, you can see Tokai Monju sculptures – Kishimonju, Zenzai Doji, Udennou, Subozai, and Yuimakoji. All of 5 sculpture are admitted as…

Backyard of Kasugata-Taisha Shrine -it means just next to the central Nara city, there is a nature untouched by human. Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest is appointed as one of the world heritage. You can also meet with history – there are some ancient stone buddha. Jigokudani-Shinike Pond.