Motoyamaji
"Headquarters Temple"
This temple was founded by Kobo Daishi at the request of Emperor Shomu and it is said that he built the hondo in a single night. This is one of the few temples that was never burned down and is now considered a national treasure. The temple used to be the largest on the island, a sort of headquarters. 2 parts of the temple that we were told to check out were the 5 story pagoda and Nio (gate). In fact, the first floor is rumored to be from the original temple that Kobo Daishi built. others say this is false as the whole temple was burnt down.
I have to say I'm pretty impressed with Abby and myself. We're not doing too bad and we haven't completely fallen apart yet. The end is near.
