Tag: temple
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What Is Zazen? A Complete Guide to Zen Meditation in Japan
1. Introduction: Sitting Still in a Fast-Moving World In today’s busy world, where our attention jumps from one screen to another, Japan offers an ancient way to reconnect with silence — Zazen, or seated Zen meditation. More than just sitting quietly, Zazen represents the very heart of Japanese philosophy: finding peace through simplicity. For centuries,…
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Why Kamakura in the Rain Is the Ultimate June Travel Hack
Why Kamakura is perfect for the rainy season Kamakura, just an hour from Tokyo, becomes a different world during Japan’s rainy season. While most people avoid traveling in June, locals know that Kamakura is at its most beautiful when it rains. The fresh scent of rain-soaked soil, the sound of droplets on temple roofs, and…
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Hase Temple: The Most Famous Japanese Garden In Kamakura
Have you ever been here, Hase Temple? Actually, here is my second most favorite temple in Kamakura. (My No.1 is Engakuji) Last autumn, Hase Temple was held light up event at night. I’ve never been to the event so finally,I could visit here during the time. Hase Temple is known as a Japanese garden. Inside…
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Jomyo Ji Temple: The Fifth Rank Of Kamakura Zen Temple And Tranquil Place In Kamakura
Jomyo ji Temple is located near the Hokoku ji (The Bamboo Temple). Compared to other temples in Kamakura, here is, I think, not famous and is small temple. However, historically, this temple is also important place. Once you read this article, you’ll enjoy to walk around in Kamakura!!! ***Are you looking for hotel in Kamakura?…
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Hokokuji Temple: The Bamboo Temple In Kamakura
Here is Hokokuji and it’s known as a Bamboo temple in Kamakura. For me, when I see bamboos, I feel calm down. So I think other visitors also experience same situation like me. To make a plan to trip in Kamakura, you’ll add there so in this part, I’ll introduce the history and experiences in…
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Kenchoji Temple: The Most Prestigious And The Biggest Temple In Kamakura
Here is a Kenchoji Temple. Here is, I guess, the biggest and the prestigious temple in Japan. So when you visit here, you will spend about 2 hours to look around. In my case, I didn’t have enough time so I did short cut to look around. But, I took about an hour to see…
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Meigetsuin: The Finest Garden And A Photo Of Japanese Room
Have you ever been to here, Meigetsuin? I guess when you search about Japan, you might see the photo. It’s known as a famous Japanese garden and room. To enjoy to trip in Kamakura, you don’t have to miss it! ***Are you looking for hotel in Kamakura? Agoda will help you!*** 1. A Glimpse into…
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Engakuji Temple: The Second Prestigious Zen Temple Of Kamakura Gozan
Have you ever been to Kamakura and have you walked around temples in Kamakura? Last autumn, the end of November, I visited Kamakura to see autumn view. From today, I’d like to show you temples in Kamakura! First part is Engakuji Temple. It’s my most favorite temple in Japan. The location, atmosphere… Everything is perfect…
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Kamakura: Where My Recommendation Place Is
In this part, I’d like to introduce some sightseeing spots for you. When I visit Kamakura, I go there every time. As you know, Kamakura has a lot of famous spots so, I can’t share all of them. So, I share my favorite places. 1. Enkaku Temple（円覚寺） Enkaku Temple is located a front of Kita-Kamakura…