[Iwate] Hiraizumi, a historic town famous for Chusonji Temple

#Spring0yentrip Hiraizumi was a place where deep history and prayers live in silence. First, we visited Chusonji Temple, where we were overwhelmed by the brilliance of the Golden Hall (photography is prohibited, so there are no photos). The moment we stepped inside the building, the air felt tense and we naturally straightened our backs. As we walked along the approach surrounded by greenery, we had a strange feeling as if time was slowly rewinding. Next, we visited Motsuji Temple, where the spacious garden was impressive and time passed quietly and peacefully. In particular, as we walked around Oizumigaike Pond, the sky and trees reflected on the water's surface were beautiful, and just looking at them made us feel relaxed. Traces of the Pure Land gardens of the Heian period still remain, and we felt like we were able to touch a little bit of the "ideal world" that people at that time felt. The whole town was somewhat solemn, and rather than just sightseeing, the words "journey to clear your mind" fit better. It wasn't flashy, but every step had weight. It was a place where you could feel the old beauty of Japan.