more peace, in koya-san

day 51

this is perhaps the most beautiful place in japan. maybe not for everyone. for others, there may be different place. but for me, this is it. the 100% most beautiful place.



the temple we stayed at. i'm sure all the temples are nice. they all look nice from the outside. but if you go to koya-san, stay here. it's the nicest.











goldfish pond outside our window...






...with nearby path leading up the mountain.































the leaves are just starting to turn.






this cemetary has 500,000 tombs. and counting. it is the most peaceful resting place i've ever been to.









































the pilgrims flock here. this dude is getting his passbook stamped with holy ink. there's a hair dryer on the table to the right so you don't hold up the group.






i'm on a pilgrimmage of my own. it doesn't involve dressing up though. dressing outward maybe.