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Takaosan Shitenno-mon Gate

Mon, September 13, 2010, by Muza-chan
The Yakuoin Temple from the Takao Mountain was established in 744 by Gyoki Bosatsu and was dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of Medicine and Healing. It is amazing how many old dates were recorded with precision in old stories or legends...

Takaosan Yakuoin Yukiji Temple, Shitenno-mon Gate, Takao, Tokyo
EXIF info:

Nikon D90
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 26mm
Aperture: F/5
Shutter Speed: 1/30s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 200


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