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The spiritual heart of Asakusa, and for that matter Tokyo, is the impressive Sensoji Buddhist Temple. Built sometime in the 7th century before Tokyo was even Edo, to house the golden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, which, according to legend was fished out of the nearby Simudagawa, by two local fisherman brothers. Despite their efforts to return Kannon to the river where she was found, the statue kept finding its way back to them. Subsequently a temple was built to house the goddess. Sensoji is Tokyo's only agreed tourist attraction, and is visited daily by hundreds of tourists and worshippers from Japan and all over the world.
Arriving from Asakusa subway station, Sensoji is entered through Kiminarimon ("Thunder Gate"). A majestic structure that houses two protective deities: Fuijin, the god of wind, on the right, and Raijin, the god of thunder, on the left. These ferocious gods oversee all who enter the temple and keep the grounds safe.
Once inside the gate, you will come to Nakamise-dori. This shopping street, set within the actual temple precinct, has it's own history. These stalls and their proprietors are a living part of a centuries old tradition of selling wares to the pilgrims visiting the temple.
In the late 17th century, neighbours of the Sensoji who received and served visitors to the temple, were rewarded by being given a special right to open shops to sell their wares along the approach to the temple.
This continued until 1885, when the Tokyo metropolitan government, having taken control of the land belonging to Sensoji, ordered all Nakamise merchants to leave and in the same year built western style brick shops, leading to the beginning of modern Nakamese.
Today you can find everything from tourist trinkets, such as folding fans, to traditional Japanese clothing including kimonos and yukata, to local snack foods. Stretching out for some 200 metres, Nakamise-dori is the perfect place to while away an hour and pick up a souvenir or two before entering the main ground of the temple.
The main ground itself buzzes with accents from all over the world and the click of cameras. Travellers and locals mix on the temple grounds, uniting in their mission to pay their respects. 100 yen will buy you an omikuji (fortune written on a small piece of paper). You place the money in an honour box and shake a small cylinder containing sticks with numbers written on them. Shake the cylinder until one of the sticks falls out and pull your fortune from a drawer with the corresponding number. If your fortune is bad, tie the paper onto a nearby string so that the wind can disperse the bad luck.
Centre place in the temple forecourt is an incense burner. Here you will usually see a group of visitors fanning smoke from the burning incense over themselves. The incense is believed to have healing powers, and so fanning the smoke over your ailment will help to heal it. If you suffer from headache, fan some of the smoke over your head.
The main temple hall still houses the golden statue of Kannon, a diminutive 6cm tall, and is viewable by the public. Step forward to cast some coins in the offer box, which sits in front of the alter, take a step back, place your hands together, prey and then bow. This is the standard practise of preying at a Bhuddist temple.
To the left of the forecourt and forming part of the temple, is the 5 story (53 metre) pagoda. A 1973 reconstruction of the original pagoda built on the same ground. This is the largest pagoda in Tokyo.
Destroyed by earthquakes and World War Two aerial bombings, Sensoji Temple has been rebuilt and reconstructed time and time again. Testament to the significance it holds within the Bhuddist community and the general public. A remembrance of centuries old values and traditions that carry on today within Tokyo's chaotic lifestyle, Sensoji is a steadying reminder that despite warring nations and new technology, some things will always remain.
Mark Eden is a freelance photographer and the founder and director of Expanse Photography. A photographic services company offering fine art images as well as stock and assignment photography and a range of publising and printing services. Mark can be contacted through the Expanse Photography website http://www.expansephotography.com .
Vacation Spots In Japan - 3 Suggestions
Japan is a travel destination that many dream of but few ever make the effort to actually visit. The reasons for not fulfilling such a dream of a trip to Japan vary from person to person. Typical reasons for not going usually boil down to lack of money or lack of time.
But, your situation may be different and you are able to go. Maybe you plan to visit Japan on business. Or, possibly you will just be passing through for a few days on the way to China, Thailand, Australia, or other parts of Asia. Or, it could be that you are actually making it a point to visit Japan just for the experience of actually going to see it.
In any event, if you are looking for vacation spots in Japan, you will want to get a sense for what is out there for you to choose from. Sure, you could read an entire tour or travel guide and sift through thousands of vacation destination choices. But, it can be so hard to choose with all of those options!
If you are looking for the best vacation spots in Japan, here are 3 suggestions:
1. For a day trip or an overnight trip, visit an onsen (Japanese hot spring):
For Westerners who frequent Japan on business - or for those who live there - one of the hidden secrets that can make for a wonderful trip is that of visiting an onsen, or hot spring. Forget what you know about the hot springs you have experienced in other countries.
A visit to an onsen is a very special experience indeed. It is much more than just a dip into the hot water. Rather, it is an entire experience that includes a certain way of dressing (wearing a yukata, a casual summer kimono for men and women), a traditional Japanese indoor and outdoor atmosphere, and even special foods.
You can visit an onsen as a day trip or stay overnight in a ryokan, or special Japanese-style hotel. There are hundreds of onsen throughout Japan, so ask a local in your hotel to point you in the direction of a good spot near where you are staying.
2. For something semi-tropical, check out Miyazaki:
If you have a week or more and can afford the airfare or train fare to travel within Japan, consider a trip down to Miyazaki, the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in the south of Japan.
This midsize city has a semi-tropical climate, making it a fun destination for those interested fishing, surfing, boating and other water sports. The area features a combination of light industry, suburban residences, and hundreds of square miles of nature including green farmland, forestland, beaches and mountainous regions. For something very different from the Tokyo or Osaka experiences that so many travelers to Japan witness, give Miyazaki a try.
3. If you are an outdoor type or just love natural beauty, visit Mt. Fuji:
If your trip to Japan will take you to the Kanto (i.e., the Eastern region which contains the cities of Tokyo, Yokohama, and others), you will not be far from the majestic Mt. Fuji. In fact, you can see Mt. Fuji from Tokyo on a clear day, given its impressive height of 3,776 meters (12,388 ft.). It is the tallest mountain in Japan. Once you arrive, you can hike Mt. Fuji in the summer months of July and August, but you can visit the area any time of the year. This is truly an experience worth making the time for while in Japan.
Consider these 3 vacation spots for your next trip to Japan.
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