Japan - A little shrine on Ishi-yama, near Otsu Otsu
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Japan - A little shrine on Ishi-yama, near Otsu Otsu
Lantern slide of a little shrine on Ishi-yama, near Otsu. Otsu (Otsu-shi) is a small village in Japan. It is located about five miles from Kyoto, and is considered a central and strategic location in Japan. The village is quite near Osaka, the birthplace of Hiro Nakamura, and both are in the Kansai or Kinki region of Japan. Ishi-yama-dera is a shingon temple.. Part of Box 158 Japan, part of Boswell Collection, slide no. 47 Date: circa 1890s
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Birthplace Considered Dera Kyoto Located Miles Nakamura Osaka Otsu Region Shrine Slides Strategic Yama Kansai Kinki Shingon
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1. Title: A Tranquil Moment at Ishi-yama Shrine, Otsu, Japan - A Peek into the Past 2. Description: This lantern slide image transports us back in time to the late 1890s in Japan, specifically to the serene Ishi-yama shrine located in the small village of Otsu. Nestled about five miles from the renowned city of Kyoto and in close proximity to Osaka, Otsu is a central and strategic location in Japan's Kansai or Kinki region. The image showcases a little-known gem of Japanese history: Ishi-yama-dera, a Shingon temple, which is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Japan. The temple, perched on Ishi-yama, is shrouded in a calming atmosphere, with its intricately designed lanterns casting a gentle glow against the backdrop of lush greenery. The village of Otsu, with its close proximity to Kyoto and Osaka, has played a significant role in Japan's history. It is the birthplace of Hiro Nakamura, a character from the popular American television series "Heroes," and serves as a reminder of the deep connections between Japan and the rest of the world. This intriguing snapshot of the past offers a glimpse into the peaceful and spiritual side of Japan, inviting us to explore the history and culture that lies within its borders. 3. Keywords: Japan, Japanese, late 19th century, 1890s, lantern slide, slides, little shrine, Ishi-yama, Otsu-shi, small village, located five miles from Kyoto, considered central and strategic location, Osaka, birthplace of Hiro Nakamura, Kansai, Kinki region, temple, Shingon, history, serene, spiritual, peaceful, cultural heritage, intriguing, snapshot, past, explore, connections, world.
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