Fukusenji Temple

Photogenic temple.

Fukusenji sits on a hillside outside the town of Tono. The several buildings straggle up the hillside, culminating in the temple proper at the top, the only one where admission is charged (300 yen). I...

The Fukusen-ji Temple of the Shingon Sect Buddhism

After staying overnight in Tohno, we drove to the Fukusen-ji Temple in the northeastern part of the city. It was about 15-20 minutes of relatively slow driving. You can park at the foot of the s...

Interesting temple with lovely views

Nice temple out in the countryside near Tono. There's a huge Kannonsama statue inside (goddess of mercy - no photos allowed) and a pagoda which you can see from the road or will need to walk to. The m...

This was a highlight of our trip.

I took my students here and they loved feeding the fish, learning about the big oak tree, buying souvenirs and the beautiful view of the mountains and scenery. It was worth the trip.

Great fun feeding the carp.

I had a fun time here as well. Rich, rich history. Many things to buy inside. (can't take pics inside) Interesting facts about the oak tree that used to build statue inside.