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Jion-zenji (also called Jionji) is a Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple (Myoshinji School). On the fringe of central Gujo-Hachiman. Walking distance from the castle.
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In autumn, Jion-zenji Temple is a major attraction for autumn leaves in Tessoen Garden.
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About Jion-zenji Temple. It worships Yakushi, the healing Buddha.
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Nice pine tree at Jionji Temple.
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Tessoen Garden admission is ¥500 as of autumn 2021.
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Room to view Tessoen Garden. We can only view the garden from this room and cannot walk in the garden.
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Jion-zenji Temple's Tessoen Zen garden is Gujo-Hachiman's second most famous spot for autumn colors.
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Tessoen Garden has a small waterfall.
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Suikin-kutsu water basin that makes a leasant sound with water droplets. 水琴窟
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Rock garden in the inner courtyard.
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Inside the Hondo main temple hall.
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Jion-zenji worships Yakushi, the healing Buddha. 薬師
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You can pray for whatever you want here. Family harmony, traffic safety, passing exams, business prosperity, recovery from illness, etc., etc.
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Adjacent altar for other Buddhas.
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Gujo-Hachiman manhole has ayu sweetfish design.
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Temple bell and ginkgo tree at a neighborhood temple.
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Ginkgo tree at a neighborhood temple.
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On this small Otohime Stream is this water shed covering a dammed part of the river where locals can wash potatoes. Natural spring water.
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Water shed is called "mizuya." 水屋
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Water looks clean enough for washing potatoes.
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Persimmons out to dry.
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Otohime Stream
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Gujo-Hachiman street lamp and Otohime Stream.
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