Honkō-ji (Temple of True Light) — Attraction in Takayama

The place feels solemn and mysterious. This temple is well known as one of three temples (santera) and believed to gives you blessings of love.

The Santera Mairi Festival(three temples pilgrimage), annually held on 15th January, features hundreds of snow candles and lanterns that light up the town for the event. Today, the event is more like a temple visit to pray and wish for a good relationship. Many young people from across the country still flock to the festival in the hope of falling in love with someone or at least seeking a little help with...

This temple is a little more interesting than others. Very nice entrance/gate. Nice grounds inside. I'm at the point where the temples don't interest me much anymore. They're all too similar. But I really do like the manicured trees. I wish our climate at home would allow me to grow one. We came on a Sunday. The temple, like the rest of town, was pretty much deserted. (If memory serves me correctly, there are some nice public restrooms on the...

飛彈古川本光寺位於岐阜縣高山市，是浄土宗寺廟，創建於室町時代。座落於飛彈川旁，周邊環境優美。擁有美麗庭園及歷史建築，讓人感受靜謐與歷史。附近有眾多觀光勝地，可以深入了解地方文化與歷史。除了感受寺廟氛圍，也別忘了欣賞周遭風景和名勝。

The temple located in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. It belongs to the Jodo Shinshu (Pure Land) sect of Buddhism. The temple, situated by the Hodaka River, offers a serene natural environment. Founded during the Muromachi period, it features a beautiful garden and historical structures that convey a sense of tranquility and history. With various local attractions nearby, visitors can immerse themselves in the region's culture and history. While exploring the temple's ambiance, don't miss the chance to enjoy the surrounding scenery and...