Takada Honzan temple, also known as Senju-ji, is one of the main tourist attractions in Mie Prefecture. Located in Isshinden area of Tsu city, it is popular as the largest Buddhist temple in the prefecture. Surrounded by a temple compound village, the atmosphere of past history is enchanting for the visitors. Earthen walls with set of gates will welcome you at the entrance area enclosing beautiful buildings. Miei-do hall, the main building used as a sacred hall, is an important cultural asset as the largest wooden structure in the prefecture. Inside the building, gold and fancy ornamentation contrasted with 725-tatami mat floor and traditional-style roof made perfect combination. Next to […]