Enryaku-ji Hieizan : the Historic and Powerful
One temple that has played a crucial role in the history of Buddhism in Japan is Enryaku-ji Temple. Located on
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One temple that has played a crucial role in the history of Buddhism in Japan is Enryaku-ji Temple. Located on
Read MoreOn the border between Kyoto and Nara is the quaint Kasagi-dera Temple. This temple might not be popular among tourists,
Read MoreOn the outskirts of Kyoto City in the Yamashina district is Bishamon-do Temple. This little temple remains quiet most of
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Read MoreGoing in the mountain from the ancient village Asuka in Nara, you will be in Tanzan Shrine. This shrine not
Read MoreMany people flock to Kyoto to experience the rich history of Japan, but just a quick jump north is Shiga
Read MoreFor many, many years the southern area of what is today Shiga prefecture was politically important for many warlords. Its
Read MoreWhile the town of Azuchi is most famous for Azuchi Castle, one of Oda Nobunaga’s most impressive fortresses, nearby Kannosho-ji
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