Kiyomizu temple (10 September 2020) I headed down to the Kiyomizu temple where large-scale renovation has been almost finished and temporally cover of main building has been removed recently, from the golden pavilion in Rokuon-ji temple. Visitors climbs up to the main building (overhanging stage) on middle of mountainside of Mt. Otowa through Nio-mon (Deva … Continue reading Kiyomizu temple large-scale renovation almost finished
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Scaffolded the Kinkaku, Golden Pavilion in Rokuon-ji
Kinkaku, Golden Pavilion (10 September 2020) When I arrived at the entrance to the golden pavilion in Rokuon-ji temple I was told that the pavilion was covered by scaffolds to renew wood shingle roof. This repair work has started from the beginning of September and will continue to December. It was a little bit regrettable … Continue reading Scaffolded the Kinkaku, Golden Pavilion in Rokuon-ji
Asakusa, Banks of sumida river and Sensoji
Asakusa (21 03 2020) Vernal Equinox Day Cherry on banks of Sumida river just start blooming Many visitors stroll under the cherries Cherry blossom and Tokyo sky-tree In Sensouji temple (Asakusa), beautiful cherries attract many visitors
Yanaka, Tennoji and Yuyake-dandan
Yanaka (29 02 2020) At an edge of Yanaka cemetery, Tennoji is located. This temple is famous of sitting Amithaba Buddha statue. In the premises, it used to have a five stories pagoda, but it was burned put in 1957 It was also famous as Tennouji lottery in Edo period, but currently very tranquil temple. … Continue reading Yanaka, Tennoji and Yuyake-dandan
Zojyouji, Kyu Shibarikyu and Hamarikyu garden
Zojyouji, Kyu Shibarikyu and Hamarikyu garden (Jan 20 2020) Start from Zojyouji temple Zojyouji temple main building and Tokyo tower From Sangedatsumon (three spirutual gate) to street outside Shiba Toshogu Shrine Kyu Shiba Rikyu garden Pine with Snow hanging Pond and skyscrapers A couple taking photo for wedding Then visit KYu Hama-rikyu garden Tea house … Continue reading Zojyouji, Kyu Shibarikyu and Hamarikyu garden
Inokashira park and Kichijyoji
Inokashira park and Kichijyoji (Jan 12 2020) Start from a gate of Inokashira park A symbol of park: central pond Inokashira Benzaiten, Saraswati Visit Kichijyouji area after Inokashira park Artistic wall Harmonica alley
Kawasaki Daishi temple
Kawasaki Daishi temple (Jan 05 2020) Main building of Kawasaki daishi Five-storied pagoda
Hamarikyu to Asakusa
Hamarikyu to Asakusa (Jan 04 2020) Start from gate of Hamarikyu garden Gate of Hamarikyu garden (Entrance fee: ¥300) (decoration of Happy new year) Three hundred year's pine Pine/Bamboo/Japanese Apricot (松竹梅）(Syo-Chiku-Bai) A tidal pond of Hama-rikyu garden A water bus from Hamarikyu to Asakusa (JPY 800 one-way) View of Hamarikyu garden from Shumida river Rainbow … Continue reading Hamarikyu to Asakusa
