Monthly Archives: February 2014

Tightly laced switchbacks

Posted on 25 February 2014 by admin
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Depapering shoji

Posted on 16 February 2014 by admin

In the shadow, leaning 45* with the paper down, spray water in the quadrants. Let soak. Be patient. Wear gloves (splinters), rub with wet towel.

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Kannoji Temple, Rinzai sect of Buddhism

Posted on 3 February 2014 by admin

Kannoji temple is a Zen temple and belongs to the Rinzai sect. It was founded by the Shimazu feudal lord Tadahisa in 1194 and this makes it the oldest temple of the Rinzai sect in Japan. In 1868, when the … Continue reading →

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