Talk about the richness of Chichibu’s culture and history - this kind of pilgrimage route of temples cannot be forgotten easily. This pilgrimage route has existed since the Muromachi Period (1336–1573) and attracts a lot of Japanese tourists. There are 34 temples on Chichibu’s pilgrimage route and you can start here at the very first of them. Shimabuji Temple abides in the tranquil hills, in the town of Tochiya. You can access this temple from the main road and of course by public bus from Seibu-Chichibu Station towards Minano Station (the journey takes 30 minutes). It is worth making a visit during the autumn season because you’ll see the temple covered by the gradation of red-tangerine color of maple trees.
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Autumn at Shimabuji Temple
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Chichibu itself is a must visit destination :D
@Julian Thanks! seems you like photos with focus
Julian Bohler
11 years ago
You took some very nice pictures there! I especially love the 4th, 9th and 12th one! :)
because the color of the autumns always bring the good mood :)
Nicole Bauer
11 years ago
Amazing atmosphere you managed to capture here!
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