Deep in the mountains of Wakayama prefecture is Koyasan, the holy temple city of Shingon Buddhism. At the head temple there, Kongobuji we can see the largest stone garden in Japan. Called Banryutei it is made of 100 large granite stones that depict two dragons, rising from the sea of clouds. It is said that the dragons are charged with protecting the temple. The sight of the garden is simply stunning.
The long wooden floor walkway leading to the garden takes the you traditional Japanese style rooms with walls covered by exquisitely painted screens. Photography was prohibited so regrettably I couldn’t take photos however I want to say they are not only beautiful beautiful but each of them carries special meaning that connects the visitor to some fundamental ideas of Buddhism.
Koyasan is place where magic still lives. Being high in the mountains access isn’t easy but there’s a well organized route from Osaka. Driving from Nara takes about 2 hours and will take you through beautiful forests and mountain vistas.
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I would love to be your guide there.
Makayla
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In Japanese, the character WA (和) means harmony and equilibrium. The concept of WA can be observed in every aspect of life in Japan: from the way society functions to the harmonious way the elements of a Japanese garden are combined and the elegant, precise movements of a master performing a tea ceremony - all of that is WA and all aim to achieve perfect harmony.
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