Monthly Archives: November 2019

Momiji-Gari Autumn Leaf Hunting

From mid-September to early December, people go out to the mountainous countryside to see autumn leaves, an activity which is called “Autumn leaf hunting,” or momiji-gari. The three most important annuallyconsiderations for people wishing to enjoy momiji-gari are: the timing, … Continue reading

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Temple in Kamakura No 2

Gokurakuji Temple A family temple of the Hojo clan, placed at a strategic point for transportation and defense purposes on the route from Kamakura to Kyoto. The temple functioned as a center for the salvation of the weak and poor … Continue reading

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Temple in Kamakura

Daibutsu (Great Buddha) of Kamakura A bronze seated statue of the Buddha Amida with a height of approximately 11.5m, which was built for the protection of the Kamakura Shogunate and the people. The robust and powerful beauty of art expressed … Continue reading

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Kamakura Shrine part 2

Jufukuji Temple The first Zen Buddhist temple in Kamakura, which was built on the site of the residence of Minamoto no Yoshimoto, the father of Minamoto no Yoritomo. It is profoundly associated with “Tea”, which is one of the distinctive … Continue reading

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Shrine in Kamakura – 1

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Relocated to the existing location by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1180. It was a very important place as the symbolic and spiritual center of the samurai government and as the stage not only for religious activities but … Continue reading

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Happy 6 year Anniversary

Happy 6 year Anniversary to Liberty Cove House. We have been opened since 2013 November 1st and today is our 6 year anniversary. We would like to thank you all for supporting us! It has been a wonderful year. We thank … Continue reading

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