9/22/2013

Chomeiji Temple in Omihachiman City, Shiga

After climibing 808 stone steps, you will find a beautiful three-story pagoda and a main hall.It is said that this temple was founded by Shotoku Taishi who is an influential regent of Japan in 5th century.Prayers will be answered with good luck of longevity.There are some huge rocks in the ground of the temple as you see in the picture. These are remnants from a nature worship in old age.

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