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Day 1: 大徳寺 (Daitoku-ji)

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Julio Tavarez

We started the day off with a short lecture about Daitoku-ji’s history and layout. After finishing the lecture, we made our way to Izusen, along with a short walk through the Shōkoku-ji complex. The foliage was quite beautiful, and it got … Continue reading →

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Harmony at Daitoku-ji

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Louisa Kania

As we walked around the temple complex of Daitoku-ji today, I felt a deep sense of calm and appreciation for my surroundings. We’d been warned to expect very cold weather, but it was actually a beautiful, sunny day. Strolling down the … Continue reading →

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