Five-storied Pagoda at Senso-ji Temple

The original pagoda was erected by Taira-no-Kinmasa in 942. It was subsequently destroyed by fire, and was reconstructed in 1648 by Lemitsu, the third Tokugawa shogun. The temple suffered more damage in another fire in 1945 during World War II. In 1973 it was reconstructed, using new technology which uses reinforced concrete and steel frames.

Asakusa...

May 1st 2006
An absolutely sweltering day today, decided to wander up the road to Asakusa again to have a proper look, and find out about Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest established temple. The origins of Asakusa Kannon and Senso-ji Temple... According to the legend about the origin of Senso-ji Temple, two fishermen, Hinokuma Hamanari and his brother Takenari, discovered an image of Kannon ... read more

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more

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