The difficult life of an english teacher in Japan. Work, work, work all the time. Never any chance to unwind, explore, or actually have a little fun. Ok, well sometimes, I manage to escape the monotous doldrums of the day to day and, just for a moment, see what Japan is really like. You guessed it--chopsticks and alcohol. P.S.-- "I've gone."

Wednesday, June 22, 2005

Kuno-zan Toshogu Tori


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This is the Tori (Shinto gate) that marks the beginning of the ascent to Kuno-zan Toshogu shrine. Built in 1617, it's 1159 stairs to the top. A killer climb, but it's worth it--the views from the top are amazing. According to the Shinto legend, as you climb the stairs you are purified by the local Kami (spirits, like kamikaze).

posted by Stephen at 1:30 PM

1 Comments:

Anonymous Kunouzan Toshougu Shrine said...

I didn't know that as you climb the stairs you are purified by the local Kami. That's interesting and I miss Kunouzan Toshougu Shrine, I wish to go back there..

10:46 AM

 

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