Monday, February 20, 2006

Lovely Buddist temple between Sasebo and Nagasake. We didn't know the name and were unsure if visitors were welcome but quietly walked through, politely bowing to the few people we saw. Very serene.

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Temple Gate

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Memorial Stones dedicated to families whose ashes have been added to the Temple Grounds

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Well for Ceremonial Washing

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Runoff from Well

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Ceremonial Lions at gate, one for birth, one for death

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Beautiful Temple Grounds

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Bridge to Temple

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Front of Temple

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Temple Doors

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Temple Lake

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