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Eikando Zenrin-ji gate.
02.Shishigatani.area * 1944 x 2916 * (1.83MB)

03.Before.the.gate * 1944 x 2669 * (1.93MB)

04 * Here we're past the Nanzen-ji temple entrance, getting close to Eikando. * 2916 x 1944 * (2.52MB)
 
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06.Shaka-do * Past the gate, on the left you can see the Shaka-do, the Chief Priest's quarters. Built in Muromachi period (some time between 1336 and 1573), this building is known as a true example of Shoin-zukuri (study-style) architecture. There are six rooms, each decorated with gorgeous fusuma such as the Matsutori-zu and the Gunsen-zu. * 2916 x 1944 * (2.39MB)

07.Shaka-do * The main gate of Shaka-do. On the background, you can see the Taho-to pagoda, from which you can have a nice landscape view of the city. * 2806 x 1871 * (2.19MB)

08.Shaka-do * This is the rear side of Shaka-do, where the wooden corridors are perfectly integrated with the peaceful, beautiful nature around. * 2916 x 1944 * (1.32MB)
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