Jul 9, 2012 - 1 min read

The Three Waterfalls Temple

One of Hiroshima's hidden gems- interesting & serene

Community writer

Momiji - maple leaves

maple leaf in front of temple window

happy little jizo statue

jizo statues with red bibs

symbol of eternity in Buddhism

The real charm of Mitaki is in its atmosphere. As you make your way up the moss-covered stone steps, you pass hundreds of Buddhist images and Jizō statues in their bright red caps and bibs- each with its own unique expression. All the temple paths are shady and green and as you get closer to the far reaches of the grounds, the trees become more and more magnificent, as if it were almost enchanted.

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JJ Walsh

By JJ Walsh

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Cathy Cawood

Cathy Cawood 9 years ago

I went here a long time ago, during my first year in Japan. I never forgot it - you are right about the special atmosphere!

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