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« Reply #12 on: June 08, 2015, 04:39:04 AM »
Reiun-in

These 470-years-old gardens belong to the Reiun-in temple of Zen Buddhism. The gardens were neglected for many years until they were renovated and redesigned in 1970 by renowned Japanese artist Shigemori Mirei.
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« Reply #13 on: June 08, 2015, 04:39:26 AM »
Sanzen-in

The rural town of Ohara hides this tranquil moss garden and its stone statues. The garden is part of the Sanzen-in temple, built at the end of the 10th century.

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« Reply #14 on: June 08, 2015, 04:39:48 AM »
Entsūji

In the northern part of Kyoto, you’ll find Entsuji temple. Established in 1678 by Emperor Reigen, who had an affinity for gardens. The garden itself has over 50 species of Camellia (of which tea is made).

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« Reply #15 on: June 08, 2015, 04:40:03 AM »
Giō-ji

Gio-ji is a quiet temple, surrounded by trees and a lush moss garden. The temple is named after Gio, a dancer from 12th-century Japan, who fell in love with a powerful leader, but when he ended their relationship, she became a Buddhist priestess.

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« Reply #16 on: June 08, 2015, 04:40:34 AM »
Happō-en

Built in the early 17th century along the hills of the Edo region. With a beautiful stream running through it, it houses many bonsai trees, most of whom are over 100 years old, with one being over 500 years old.

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« Reply #17 on: June 08, 2015, 04:40:51 AM »
Hase-dera

Hase-Dera is an ancient Buddhist temple, originally built in 686 C.E. in honor of emperor Temmu. The temple has been burnt and rebuilt 10 times throughout history. Nowadays, it is a favorite tourism spot, and the place is usually filled with visitors.



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