Zuishin-in Temple
Established in 991, Zuishin-in is thought to be the temple where legendary poetess Ono no Komachi spent the later years of her life. |
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Zuishin-in Temple. |
The temple houses a carving of the poetess depicted as a wizened old woman. It is said to have been requested by Komachi herself to show the passing of youth and beauty. |
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Ono no Komachi. |
There is also a memorial to Komachi in the temple grounds and a well marking the site of her hermitage in a nearby bamboo grove. |
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Memorial to Ono no Komachi. |
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The Well of Beauty. |
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Cherry blossom in front of The Well of
Beauty. |
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Carp pond beside the temple. |
