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Matsushima 6(Zuigan-ji)

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006

This is main hall of Zuigan-ji. this building is huge that consists of many traditional rooms. this hall is designated as a national treasure.

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Matsushima 5(Zuigan-ji)

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006

we also visited to zuigan-ji by the cruising boarding spot. it is the most famous temple in the Tohoku region. It was originally built in 828 and was rebuilt in 1604 by Date Masamune(one eyed governer). The architectual style of the temple is called “Shoinzukuri” which was popular style of architect at that time.  

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Matsushima 4

Tuesday, February 21st, 2006

this is my last island pic in Matsushima. actually, I don know the name of this island… I just thought it doesn’t harm anybody if I post this pic here. my friend here said, it could be just the other side of kane-jima…oops, sorry if that’s the case…or if anyone thinks its a different island and knows its name, please leave me a comment!! thanks :)

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