Yodo River

Today we visited Byodoin Temple and Hoshokan Temple, seeing ancient buildings with a long history, converted from private gardens into Amida Temple, with elegant garden landscapes that were truly captivating. Afterwards, we went to Fushimi Inari Shrine, the head shrine of the Japanese god of wealth, and visited the Thousand Torii Gates ⛩️. Tourists from all over the world flocked there, and the scenes of roadside vendors hawking their wares and tourists buying food reminded me of the splendor of my hometown. Finally, we arrived at Katsuo-ji Temple, a tranquil place filled with the scent of a forest bath. Climbing the stairs still made my heart race. The temple enshrines the Thousand-Armed and Thousand-Eyed Kannon Bodhisattva, reflecting our cultural heritage. Descending the mountain path, we were greeted by towering trees, feeling as if bathed in the blessings of Kannon Bodhisattva, and returned home with a joyful heart. Throughout the trip, our friendly guide, Liao Yuming, provided detailed explanations of the origins of each attraction and the cultural history of the Japanese imperial dynasty. His vivid descriptions enlivened the atmosphere on the bus, and his dedication was commendable, adding even more color to the day's itinerary.