O-Jizo-Sama

Mar2019

Towards the end of the waterfall trail on my return from Mt. Takau I noticed these statues. At the time it was just a pattern for a photographer, but later I researched on these statues and found very interesting significance behind it.

O-Jizo-Sama - are most venerated monks. They are ones who have attained enlightenment but still are spending time in this world as a guide for others. They are protectors of children who have passed before they were born and under their protection would safely get to other world. They are also guide to travelers who would stray their paths and by this virtue definitely are my favorite as well 🙏.

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Statue of Healing

Mar2019

Bronze Buddha of Senso ji Temple - has a special significance, it is said to have healing powers. If you have any particular ailment, you can touch the relevant part of the statue and the ailment will be cured.

The Senso ji Temple itself is one of the ancient Buddhist and most significant temples in Tokyo and was founded in 645AD. I found some free-time during my lunch to visit the temple. It has a very lively atmosphere and is also known for the food street. 

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Dark and Deep

Mar2019

Mount Takau - Inariyama Trail This one has one tragic memory - not of the place but the sequence of events under which which I did this trail. It was Mar2019 when I had opportunity to be in Tokyo, Japan for work. One friday I was talking to Vivek my colleague about work and at end of the call, he jokingly asked me "Which hill are you hiking this weekend?". I am notorous for my passion for hills. I was alone and no company to guide me around Tokyo, hence I was hesitant to move out of city. But then the remark gave me some courage to brave sunday drizzle and take a trip to Mount Takau. I picked the Inariyama trail to climb and was happy for taking the trip. Just an hour ride out of Tokyo I was in midst of forest and enjoyed the solitude, peace and culture of Japan. Unfortunately on same weekend we lost Vivek and I missed thanking him for poking me to take this trip

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