Chusonji Temple (Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture)
Overview Chusonji is an ancient Tendai Buddhist temple founded in the Heian period, famous for its Golden Hall, which conveys the prosperity of the Oshu Fujiwara clan. The beautiful mother-of-pearl and lacquer decorations, donated through donations, have been preserved and were registered as a World Heritage Site in 1998 as "Hiraizumi - A Cultural Landscape Based on Pure Land Buddhism." Enjoy the tranquil cedar-lined streets and seasonal...
