Three Storied Pagoda, Sutra Hall, and Founder's Hall
Asakura Hall and the Middle Gate
Outside the Middle Gate is this fountain also used to clean the hands before entering the Main Hall.
The Covered Passageway leads from the Middle Gate to the Main Hall.
On the porch of the Main Hall.
The Innermost Temple in the background was under renovation,
so we weren't able to enter.
Looking down at Otowa Falls
Prayer plaques
We chose to follow the sloped path past the Innermost Temple, instead of the stairs!
Views from the walkway along the Innermost Temple--
above: Koyasu Pagoda
below: Main Hall
I wish I knew the meanings behind decorating the little statues!
Looking up to the Main Hall.
Close up of Otowa Falls. These waters are the reason the temple was placed here. According to Kyoto Travel on japan-guide.com, "...its waters are divided into three separate streams, and visitors use cups attached to long poles to drink from them. Each stream's water is said to have a different benefit, namely to cause longevity, success at school and a fortunate love life. However, drinking from all three streams is considered greedy."
Love the Japanese gardens!
Super excited to now have our very own Japanese cast iron teapot!!
A cutie I couldn't resist...
Now, to begin our trek down that crazy road!!
Then, it was back to the hotel and prepare for our next day's return to Oki.
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