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To mark the 30th anniversary, a special viewing event will be held in collaboration with the World Heritage Site "Toji Hyakuri Documents," a World Heritage Site.
▶Ume Plan:
World Heritage Site "Toji Temple" Special Nighttime Illumination Tour ~The world of Toji Temple that remains from Heian-kyo~
Spend a night at Toji Temple, enveloped in gentle light. Enjoy a luxurious moment where you forget about time in this extraordinary space.Visitors will be given a special stamp commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto" being registered as a World Heritage Site.
↓Details and reservations here↓
https://kyoto.tourism-pg.com/detail/bokun/898000/
▶Bamboo Plan:
A special guided tour of Toji Temple's guest house "Shogobo" and the national treasure "Rengemon" with a monk as your guideGuided by a monk, you will have a special tour of Toji Temple's guest house, "Shokobo," which is normally closed to the public, and the illuminated National Treasure "Rengemon."
This plan also includes a special tour of the Kondo and Kodo Halls.↓Details and reservations here↓
https://kyoto.tourism-pg.com/detail/bokun/898189/
▶Matsu Plan:
A plan that includes a matcha tea experience in the normally closed "Kyakuden" guesthouse and a commentary on the Toji Yuri DocumentsWhile enjoying a cup of matcha tea in the guest hall, which is usually closed to the public, you will hear fascinating stories about the Toji Yuri Documents.
This plan includes a special night-time viewing of the illuminated temple and a special guided tour of Toji Temple's guest house, "Shogobo," and the national treasure, "Rengemon," led by a monk.↓Details and reservations here↓
https://kyoto.tourism-pg.com/detail/bokun/898200/
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Kyoto has many famous spots for viewing autumn leaves.
Among them, there is one famous spot for viewing autumn leaves in Kyoto.Kitano Tenmangu Shrine Historic Site Odoi "Momijien"He is affectionately known as "Bishamon-san" by the locals.Bishamon-do, World Heritage Site "Toji Temple"We will inform you of the following.
JTB offers early morning private viewings where you can enjoy the autumn leaves at your leisure before the general public, guided plans that include cafe time, and night-time illumination plans.
<Kitano Tenmangu Shrine>
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is the head shrine of all Tenmangu shrines in Japan, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. The autumn leaves that fill the historic site of Odoi, built by Hideyoshi, sparkle in the morning sun, creating a spectacular sight that can only be seen in the early morning.
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On the approach to the Chokushimon Gate, visitors are greeted by both a beautiful tunnel of autumn leaves and falling autumn leaves.
We offer a "Private Morning Visit Plan" that includes a guided tour of the temple, allowing you to learn more about its history, and a "Town Walk Plan with Cake Set" that includes a relaxing cafe break after a stroll around the Yamashina Canal.
"Visit to Bishamon-do Temple along the autumn leaves path ① Private morning viewing plan
"Visiting Bishamon-do Temple along the autumn leaves path ② Walking tour with cake set" plan
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The temple grounds will be lit up at night, and the main hall, lecture hall, and three-dimensional mandala will be open to the public.
During the event, you will be able to walk around the base of the auditorium's three-dimensional mandala and enjoy a 360-degree view.
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◆What is Gokokuin?
Gokokuin is a proof of pilgrimage (memorial of visiting a demonic spot) given at shrines and temples associated with demonic spots such as ghosts, monsters and sorcery. It is basically written on black hosho paper with a vermilion stamp design.
This second project includes two types of Gokokuin stamps featuring designs of Rokudouchinnou-ji, located at Rokudo-no-Tsuji, famous as the entrance to the underworld, and Minatoya – Ghost Candy Shop, as well as a Gokokuin stamp walking map that will be useful for sightseeing around the area.
*"Gokokuin" is a trademark pending registration by JTB Corp. (December in 2023)
◆Product details
① Rokudouchinnou-ji Black Seal (written in ink at Rokudouchinnou-ji) 1 sheet (single-sided)
②Minatoya -Ghost Candy Shop - Gokokuin (all printed products) 1 sheet (single-sided)
③ Gokokuin Walking Map (Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City) - Product description 1 sheet (double-sided)
*Please note that this is not Gokokuin-book.
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◆What is Gokokuin?
A Gokokuin is a proof of pilgrimage (memorial of visiting a demonic spot) given at shrines and temples associated with demonic spots such as ghosts, monsters, and sorcery. It is basically made of black hosho paper with a vermilion stamp design and ink writing on top.
The first Gokokuin comes with a special Gokokuin story by Daiun Miki, the chief priest of Renkyuji Temple in Kyoto well known as a ghost story priest and established "Ghost Story Preaching," which uses ghost stories as a starting point to preach Buddhism in an easy-to-understand manner.
*This story is original content limited to those who purchase the product. Please refrain from posting the story on social networking sites or reselling it.
*"Gokokuin" is a trademark pending registration by JTB Corp. (December in 2023)◆Product details
① Gokokuin (black votive paper with design/no ink) 1 sheet (A6, one side)
② Gokokuin story and description 1 sheet (A6, double-sided)
*Please note that this is not Gokokuin-book.
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