The comedian and satirist Munya Chawawa, who found social media superstardom on Instagram with his skits and musical parodies ...

KYOTO--Inspired by a priest’s belief that ... Ward on a recent day with the hope of sharing the teachings of Buddha. Among the audience was a monk from a different sect of Buddhism.

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In 2009, Mr. Stollenmeyer persuaded the distinguished firm Nakamura Sotoji Komuten, in Kyoto, known for its work ... They were like Buddha statues. It was intimidating. With my simple Japanese, ...

KYOTO--At first glance this mirror looks just like any other, but shining a light on it reflects an image of the Amitabha Buddha on the wall. Another reveals an image of Jesus Christ on the cross.

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In 2009, Stollenmeyer persuaded the distinguished firm Nakamura Sotoji Komuten, in Kyoto, known for its work in sukiya-zukuri ... They don't even move. They were like Buddha statues. It was ...

KYOTO--One stone statue of an enlightened Buddhist ... 500 arhat sculptures in tribute to the 500 disciples of the Buddha who turned out following his death. However, the number grew to 1,200 ...

The Great Buddha is truly massive and awe-inspiring ... Nara is an easy day trip from Kyoto or Osaka, with frequently running trains. If you are looking for more interesting sights to explore ...

1757-66), were donated, a year before they were finished, to the Shokokuji Zen monastery in Kyoto, along with his Sakyamuni Triptych, painted during the same period. Gautama Sakyamuni was the ...

It is said that the statues represent each character of the sutra “Namu Amida Butsu” (I take refuge in Amida Buddha ... of Rokuharamitsuji temple in Kyoto over the centuries.