Echizen Daibutsu in Katsuyama
On the way, we passed another Buddhist temple, built in the 1980s by a successful Japanese businessman as an expression of gratitude for his achievements. We had the very large Buddha statue and the temple grounds almost entirely to ourselves.
Gujo Hachiman
When we arrived in Gujo Hachiman and found a place to park, we walked into town—only to step straight into a lively parade filled with music. By pure chance, we had arrived during one of Japan’s most famous festivals.
Gujo is not heavily affected by mass tourism, so we were among the few foreigners able to experience such an authentic and traditional celebration. Around us, Shinto rituals and dances unfolded: a mikoshi procession, the rhythmic movements of the Odori dance, and the powerful presence of taiko drumming groups.
Nagoya parks and spring time flowers
After enjoying the cherry blossoms in Japan it is followed by lots of other flowers. It reminded me very much of how springtime is in Europe, which is very different from springtime in where we live in Australia.
Tsurumai garden
Even though not a native flower to Japan, they like their roses, and they were grown very beautifully.
Osu Kannon area in Nagoya
Next to the Osu Kannon temple there is a thriving shopping district were many people enjoy some time out and whole lot of different snacks you can eat. I am planning an extra part of the website on food in our next trip.
