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98. Tofukuji

98. Tofukuji

FromSightseeing Japan


98. Tofukuji

FromSightseeing Japan

ratings:
Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Mar 14, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Tofukuji is one of the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and is one of the city’s most popular temples for tourists. Join Jason and Paul as they explore this historic site and discuss the many things to see and do there!Topics Covered:History: Chan Buddhism — Five Mountain System — Meiji RestorationMain Gate (Sanmon)Main Hall (Hondo)Priest’s Living Quarters (Hojo): Mirei Shigemori — GardensTsutenkyo BridgeFounder’s Hall (Kaisando)Other Buildings: Former latrine (Tosu) — Meditation Hall (Zendo) — Sub-temples (Funda-In)How to get there: JR Nara Line — Keihan Main Line — Tofukuji Official Website
Released:
Mar 14, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.