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Taisekiji Temple's Treasure House
Rabbityama Says: The treasure house at Taisekiji Temple is only open to believers. I am not a member of the religion, but I was able to enter. One of the main focuses of the exhibit is that of propagation, so there are a lot of pictures of people from other countries who they have converted...
Rabbityama Says: Taisekiji Temple is the head temple of Nichiren Shoshu, a sect of Buddhism. It was founded in 1290 by Nikko, a disciple of Nichiren. The complex features many buildings, a small garden, and beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring.Some of the temple buildings are only open to...
Rabbityama Says: Myorenji is a small temple that, like Taisekiji, is connected to Nichiren Shoshu. It was first built in 1324. Outside the temple there are many cherry blossoms, and there is also a great view of Mount Fuji from the fields.
cheesecake17 Says: The temple is located on the lower slopes of Mt Fuji in the city of FUJINOMIYA....It was founded in 1290 by a Monk called NIKKO who was one of Nichiren's Immediate disciples...It stared with one small temple building built by NIKKO but thru out the years more and more...
the garden with a view of mt fuji
cheesecake17 Says: The HOSHO GARDEN I beleive is the best japanese style garden, it has MT fuji has it back drop..what more can we ask for..:).....This garden was completed in 1990 so its fairly new, but around the graden are important building.... RENZO-BO was originally built in 1290 but had...
cheesecake17 Says: In the main square at Taiseki-ji you will find the AKAZU-NO-MON , unopened gate ,is sometimes known as the EMPEROR'S MESSENGER GATE.....It is seal shut until the time of KOSEN RUFU....(click).....The Japanese phrase kosen-rufu it is often used synonymously with world peace,...
cheesecake17 Says: The MIEIDO or IMAGE HALL was originally built in 1522 and reconstructed in 1632....its the MOST decoratively stunning temple in TAISEKI-JI.......Enshrined in the hall is the GOHONZON which is the ......"ultimate object of veneration in Nichiren Shoshu.".......It also has a...
cheesecake17 Says: You can reach the KYAKUDEN or RECEPTION HALL, from the DEVIL'S gate .....This is a very impresive building with a capacity for 5000 priest....It was built in 1465 but the current one was reconstructed in 1998.....Everyday at 2:30am, there is a service call USHITORA GONGYO...
cheesecake17 Says: As founder of TAISEKI-JI, NIKKO SHONIN build the MUTSU-BO hall in 1290 making it the 1st and oldest buildinig today on the grounds of TAISEKIJI....Mutsubo is located in the main square, next to the KYAKUDEN(reception hall)....Its known as the 6 chambered temple becuase it...
cheesecake17 Says: When you reach to the DEVIL GATE you can either turn left and go thru it and get to the KYAKUDEN in the main square , passing thru the DEVIL.gate.:) symbolises leaving ones devils behind and attaining Buddhahood.......I had to pass a few times to make sure all my devils were...
cheesecake17 Says: The main pathway of Taiseki-ji is lined with 12 lodging little temples on both side..These little Inn date back to the late 13th century..The path was widened in 1961 when look closely you can still see the original cobble stones in the center...The original path was from...
cheesecake17 Says: The size of this gate is impressive and with Mt fuji in the background just get your cam ready...:)....The SANMON is made of wood and red lacquer......Its the most outstanding gate on the TOKAIDO ROAD......The construction stared in 1712 by NICHIYU SHONIN and was completed...
cheesecake17 Says: This simple gate is called KUROMON or black gate....It was originally built in 1522, then again in 1638....It was used as the traditional entrance to TAISEKI-JI until 1972......If you choose to go thru this gate, the 1st building you will see on your left ...Is the brand new...
Forget the town, go on to Mount Fuji Taiseki-Ji
Lionman Says: If considering visiting Taiseki-Ji remember that this is NOT open to the general public but only to genuine Nichioren Shoshu Buddhists whose lay members are known as the "Hokkeko". Security is ultra-modern and very efficient so you will not get in unless you are a genuine...
What to wear and bring to climb Mt fuji
cheesecake17 Says: ClothesThe temperature difference between the plains below and the peak is approx. 20 degrees. You experience mid summer (the world down there) and mid winter (at the peak). You need trousers, long sleeved shirts and sweaters. You should wear a hat to avoid direct sunlight....
RoseAmano Says: From Tomei Highway, get off at Fuji IC, go up Rt. 139 (Fuji Toll Highway) for about 10 km, pass the exit for "Fuji 5 gome" which means the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji (the launch point for climbing), for a further 5 km or so. Exit Kamiide IC and there'll be a sign leading you to...
Plan a Fujinomiya vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Fujinomiya locals
From Tomei Highway, get off at Fuji IC, go up Rt. 139 (Fuji Toll Highway) for about 10 km, pass the exit for "Fuji 5 gome" which means the 5th Station of Mt....
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Fujinomiya-shi is located at the foot of Mt.Fuji. The town was built originally in front of Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine, built in honor of Mt.Fuji. Paper making and pulp manufacture used to be the......
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Really Off the Beaten Path near Mt. Fuji Area
From Tomei Highway, get off at Fuji IC, go up Rt. 139 (Fuji Toll Highway) for about 10 km and you'll see and exit for "Fuji 5 gome" which means the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji - the launch point for...
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Fujinomiya is one of many places to see Mount Fuji. Here you'll find hot springs and a hiking trail up Mount Fuji.
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Tozan means a pilgrimage to the Head Temple at Taiseki-ji of the Nichiren Shochu Buddhist order, followers of the most recent Buddha, Nichiren Daishonin. The head temple grounds cover an area of many...
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Fujinomiya Sengen Shrine, Daisekiji Temple and Kitayama Honmonji Temple escaped damage from March 15 quake and are open as usual. Shiraito Waterfalls Back In Business Still some of the trails are......
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