Nison Temple, Kyoto: Origins 1 of 2
Justin VelgusStand in front of the nine dragon-headed statue of Benzaiten inside Kyoto's Nison-in Temple and you will feel a sense of ..
Nison-in is a Tendai Buddhist temple complex in Ukyō-ku, a western ward in the city of Kyoto, Japan. The temple's official name is Ogura-yama Nison-kyō-in Keidai-ji. The temple is a popular destination during the Japanese maple viewing season. [Wikipedia]
Stand in front of the nine dragon-headed statue of Benzaiten inside Kyoto's Nison-in Temple and you will feel a sense of ..
The nine dragon-headed water god Kuzuryu and lucky god Benzaiten seemed to have fused together. According to Japanese history,..
I admired and appreciated the brilliant autumn leaves at the famous temple approach of Nison-in, 'Momiji-no Baba (Riding Grounds..
Enjoy the luxury of relaxing in the garden of Nison-in Temple, Kyoto. Sit on the wooden floor of Misono-tei Tea House admiring the..
The two statues of the principal images of Nison-in Temple in Kyoto are as wonderful as famous maple leaves in autumn here.
Nison-in Temple in Arashiyama (northwest Kyoto) is a fantastic place to enjoy autumn leaves. The view from the top of the hill..
Established long ago, in 834, Nison-in was destroyed during the Onin War (1467-1477) and then rebuilt. Many people flock here during..
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The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is one of the most popular attractions in Kyoto and is made up of numerous trails for visitors to enjoy. For the best photos,..
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