An Old Temple in my Neighbourhood

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December 23rd is Emperor Akihito's 85th birthday.
This will be the last birthday for him as Emperor because he is to resign in next April.

On this date 70 years ago, Hideki Tojo and other 6 were executed as Class-A war criminals in the Sugamo Prison in Tokyo.
We should remember that Akihito had no responsibilities about the war but was remrked in the history with this date.
I wish his longer life with his family afer the retirement.

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There is a gently sloped road on the top of this stairs which leads to the old temple in my neighborhood.
Once upon a time, the road was originally flat at the same level as the ground in front because there was a steep slope to the left.

People slipped down the slope with the wagons frequently and some died.
143 years ago, a monk stood up and the slope was destroyed. Instead, this long and gentle slope was formed.
I used to complain this long slope till I knew this history but now appreciate the monk.

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A group of Korean tourists visited the temple to pay respects this morning.

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But the tour guide seemed to have forgot the small shrine on the right which was dedicated to an ancient Korean carpenter Mr. Ban. I was going to tell it to them but gave up because it was not my job. Mr. Ban became Japanese citizen later like other many Koreans in this area. One of my friends was also called Ban but he was a bank clerk.

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Excellent Pics...
that rather Tall building in the back ground is very familiar...Abeno Harukas tallest building in Osaka.
a great view of Osaka in all directions can be had from there.....and i'm pretty sure my wife and I visited that temple as well courtesy of a great tourguide, Shinpachi.
Hope you are well my friend.
 

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