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New York City Based Architecture/Interiors and Portrait Photographer

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While on location in Japan earlier this month we had the great fortune of visiting this ancient Buddhist temple in the hills above the Gion district in Kyoto. Founded in 798 the present buildings date from 1633, help and amazingly are built entirely without the use of nails.

Approaching the temple

Approaching the temple

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Pagoda

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The temple looking out over Kyoto

The temple looking out over Kyoto

The temple with setting sun - not a nail in sight

The temple with setting sun – not a nail in sight

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View from below

View from below

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