Osaka

It’s been five years since my trip to Osaka. Interesting to look back, to see what memories jump out. Among the heavy-hitters are walking my legs off, convinced I could find my hotel without public transport, and marveling at the puzzle-perfection of the region’s temples. Incredibly, I didn’t come close to Osaka Castle. I could…

Two Temples

Habitual critter that I am, I enjoyed these Korean Buddhist temples first and only later came to appreciate their history. Both straddle Expressway #1 running through the southeastern city of Yangsan and can be explored in a day. The larger, Tongdosa, is a member of the Three Jewels Temples club, the gems being the dharma…