Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan has 5 major attractions and a 1293 year old temple!

Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan has 5 major attractions and a 1293 year old temple!

The tourist attraction I want to introduce to you today is Anan City in Tokushima Prefecture. It covers an area of ​​about 280 square kilometers and has a population of about 90,000 people. Although place is small, attractions here are not to be missed, such as very famous Yakuoji Temple, as well as Ohama coast, where sea turtles lay their eggs, and you can also ride a semi-submersible sightseeing boat here. visit Anan Kaigan National Park.

If you want to get to Anan City, you can take a plane from major cities in Japan. The nearest airport is Awa Airport in Tokushima Prefecture. It takes 1 hour and 20 minutes from Tokyo Haneda Airport, and then from airport, take bus to Tokushima Station, then transfer to Mugi Line, and in 30 minutes you will arrive at Anan Station.

The first picturesque place I want to introduce is Hiyasa Castle, they say that Hiyasa Castle was built in early 16th century, and today only stone railings have been preserved. In 1978, Hivas castle was rebuilt and used as an observation deck from where friends can admire view of Hivas street and port. The scenery here is especially beautiful during cherry blossom season.

The second scenic spot I want to talk about is Ohama Coast, about 500 meters of sandy beach in Kaibu District of Tokushima Prefecture. Known as a nesting site for sea turtles. Turtles have been known to shed tears when they lay their eggs, as if in grief. Although about 100 eggs are laid at a time, only one or two of them can develop into giant sea turtles. However, scene where they come from sea to beach to lay their eggs in large numbers is very touching.

Each year from May to August, on Ohama Coast, sea turtles come up to beach at night to lay their eggs. In order to protect giant sea turtles on Ohama coast, from May 20 to August 20, during spawning season of giant sea turtles, it is forbidden to enter here, so friends who come to visit should know.

The third stage reel editor wants to introduce is "Temple of Equality". "Equality" in Japanese means same as in Chinese. This means no favoritism. Byodoji Temple was first built 1200 years ago by Kobo Daishi Kukai. When Kukai prayed to get rid of bad luck, pharmacist Tathagata appeared when water from well rose, so water in this well became water that can cure diseases and was welcomed by a large number of believers.

Byodoji Temple was abandoned due to military disasters in second half of 15th century and was rebuilt during Edo period in 16th century. The true Buddha is aforementioned Master of Medicine Tathagata, as well as statue of Vajra Warrior at temple gate in Pyongyang. At Byodoji Temple, you can experience aziguan meditation. It is said that aziguan meditation was learned by Kukai in our country and brought back to Japan. It is a way to relax and calm your heart. Opening hours - weekdays from 10:00 to 13:00.

​In Anan Kaigan Quasi-National Park in Tokushima Prefecture, friends can take Blue Ocean Sea Tour Boat to swim in sea. The whole trip takes about 45 minutes and you will be traveling through Zhudao Marine Park for a week. There is also an exhibition hall at bottom of boat where you can observe corals and tropical fish in sea. In addition, weddings can be held on the Blue Ocean.

The fifth scenic spot I want to talk about is Yakuoji Temple. The temple is said to have been founded by Emperor Shomu in 726. Its history goes back 1293 years. At same time, Yaowan Temple is 23rd spiritual site among 88 spiritual sites in Shikoku (a spiritual site is where gods appear in Japan). In 815, Emperor Pingcheng ordered Master Kobo to carve Tathagata Medicine to pray for blessings and eliminate evil, so Tathagata Medicine became official Buddha of Yaowan Temple.

The stone staircase of main hall of Yaowang Temple, a special method of climbing stairs is used to ward off bad luck. The method is to put 1 yen or 5 yen sesame oil coins on one side of stairs. In addition, on left side of main hall, there is spiritual water containing radium, which is said to be good for lungs.

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