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The renovation of Kinkakuji temple 2020 金閣寺の工事英語で説明

The renovation of Kinkakuji temple, or the golden pavilion started in September 2020. The roofs of it will be replaced. In this article, I'll show you the Kokerabuki roof method and how the replacement takes place. The iconic view will be back in December.

2020.09.07

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Zen garden or Karesansui? 枯山水庭園英語で説明

"Zen garden" sounds strange for us. It is a Karesansui (garden). In this post, we learn what Karesansui is overviewing a short history of it.

2023.06.12

For International ReadersZen temples

Ryoanji: Zen rock garden facts

IntroductionThis article is the most precise information on the rock garden and Ryoanji temple. The garden is the most f...

2017.06.18

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The Rock Garden of Ryoanji hides religious syncretism in Japan

The Zen garden/Rock Garden of Ryoanji temple is one of the most famous gardens in Japan. In this article, we learn about the religious syncretism (Shinto, Buddhism) it hides behind.

2022.02.22

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The best Zen gardens/Karesansui in Kyoto: Top 10

In this article, you can learn about top 10 Zen/Karesansui gardens in Kyoto with a short introduction of these gardens. Shodenji, Ryoanji, Komyoin, and other important gardens.

2019.08.25

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Saihoji/ Kokedeara/Moss temple guide: 西芳寺英語で説明

In this post, you can learn about the meaning of the Zen garden of Saihoji, a.k.a. Kokedera or Moss temple.

2022.06.15

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Aomomiji, Fresh Green Maple night illumination in Ninnaji temple in Kyoto 2024 仁和寺青もみじライトアップ英語で説明

In 2023, Ninnaji temple provides us with Aomomiji /Fresh Green Maple night illumination. In this post, I'll show you the way to enjoy it, 合掌。

2021.06.09

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Aomomiji night illumination in Tofukuji temple 2021 東福寺の青もみじライトアップ英語で説明

Tofkuji is one of the most famous place to admire autumn leaves in Kyoto. In 2021, it provides us with the first Aomomiji night illumination for the first time in its history. I'll show you what's going on there, 合掌

2021.06.29

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Sennichi Mairi and night illumination of Kiyomizu-dera temple 2025: 清水寺千日詣りとライトアップを英語で説明

Sennnichi Mairi is a way to visit Shito shrines and Buddhist temples to make our important wish come true. Kiyomizu-dera temple offers us with special one.

2022.08.08

For International ReadersKiyomizuderaNight Illumination清水寺