Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land
Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land is a significant UNESCO World Heritage site that showcases the unique blend of Pure Land Buddhism and indigenous Japanese spiritua… see more
Hoon-ji Temple
Founded in 1394 by the Nanbu clan, Hoon-ji is a Rinzai Zen temple best known for its Rakan-do, a hall housing one of Japan’s most remarkable collections of wooden statuary. Inside, 499 "rakan" (disciples of Buddha) are a… see more
Matsuo Mine
Matsuo Mine, located in Hachimantai, Iwate, Japan, is a haunting reminder of the country’s industrial past. Once the largest sulfur mine in the Far East, it began operations in the late 19th century and peaked in the 195… see more
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