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  • Mui Ne Fishermen
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  • Sri Lankan Stilt Fishermen - Stilt fishing is fishing in relatively shallow water on a platform made up of a stilt - a common method used by Sri Lankan fisherman when fishing in or arround reefs not far away from the shore.  Most of the stilt fishing is done along the South Coast of Sri Lanka near the village of Kogala.
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  • Sri Lankan Stilt Fishermen - Stilt fishing is fishing in relatively shallow water on a platform made up of a stilt. This is a common method used by Sri Lankan fisherman when fishing in or arround reefs not far away from the shore.  Most of the stilt fishing is done along the South Coast of Sri Lanka near the village of Kogala.
    stilt-fishermen-03.jpg
  • Sri Lankan Stilt Fishermen - Stilt fishing is fishing in relatively shallow water on a platform made up of a stilt. This is a common method used by Sri Lankan fisherman when fishing in or arround reefs not far away from the shore.  Most of the stilt fishing is done along the South Coast of Sri Lanka near the village of Kogala.
    stilt-fishermen-01.jpg
  • Mekong River Sunset - The Mekong's source comes from four thousand kilometers away from Tibet. More than a thousand species of fish have been identified in this body of water.
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  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    kochi-fishnets-2.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    kochi-fishnets-3.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    kochi-fishnets-1.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    kochi-fishnets-1.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    kochi-fishnets-3.jpg
  • Fishing Sagami Bay - Sagami Bay was chosen by the Japan Olympics committee to host the 2020 sailing events, in conjunction with Enoshima, just across the bay. The small fishing port town of Hayama is also known for its fine beaches and for the Emperor of Japan’s seaside villa, off limits to the public, but adjacent to one of the top 100 beaches in Japan, popular in summer.  Off season, Hayama is a quiet seaside fishing village, with an unusual population:  fishermen, a mix of creative types who need quiet and reflection away from the distractions of Tokyo yet only an hour away by train; also evident are wealthy people from Tokyo with weekend villas and condos, as well as retired people who abandoned Tokyo for the easy life by the sea in their golden years. Sagami Bay is contained within the Miura Peninsula on its eastern side to the Izu Peninsula to the west.
    sagami-bay-3.jpg
  • Cambodian Fishermen Floating Village - The Tonle Sap is both a lake and river system of huge importance to Cambodia. The area is home to many ethnic Vietnamese communities living in floating villages around the lake. The Tonle Sap is the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and is an ecological hotspot that was designated as a UNESCO biosphere in 1997. The Tonle Sap is a branch of the mighty Mekong River.
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  • Vietnamese women in conical hats fishing the cold waters of Tay Ho Lake, Hanoi. No matter the season or how cold it may be, tough fishermen will be found trawling Vietnam's waters for the catch of the day - their own survival depends on it.
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  • Vietnamese basket boats are used as ferries to go out to the main fishing boats and back to shore.  These baskets are also sometimes used for artfully displaying "catch of the day" at seafood restaurants once they have retired from service as boats.
    vietnamese-basket-boat-4.jpg
  • Cambodian boys net fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake, an estuary of the Mekong River near Siem Reap.
    cambodian-net-fishing-5.jpg
  • Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a popular travel destination near Hanoi, Vietnam.  The bay features thousands of limestone karsts islands and isles of various sizes and shapes. Halong bay is divided into several administrative zones.  These larger zones share similar characters in terms of  geology, geography and climate.
    halong-fisherman-02.jpg
  • Cambodian boys net fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake, an estuary of the Mekong River near Siem Reap.
    cambodian-net-fishing-6.jpg
  • Cambodian boys net fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake, an estuary of the Mekong River near Siem Reap.
    cambodian-net-fishing-4.jpg
  • Fishing Xuan Huong Lake, Dalat.  Xuan Huong Lake dominates the center of the hill station town of Dalat.  This man made lake was once the site  where original indigenous people of Langbian Highland lived before Dalat was developed by the French. In 1919 and 1923, two dams were formed on a branch of the Cam Ly River to create two small lakes.  At that time, the French named it Grand Lac but in 1953 it was renamed Xuan Huong Lake after Ho Xuan Huong, a famous Vietnamese poet.
    xuan-huong-lake-2.jpg
  • Mui Ne Fishing Port
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  • Mui Ne Fishing Port
    mui-ne-fishing-village-1.jpg
  • Net Fishing on the Thu Bon River which runs right through Hoi An. The river has its share of natural as well as man-made beauty and a wide array of boats, ferries and rowboats giving the place life.
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  • Fishing Gear along the Shonan Coast - with a thriving fishing industry as well as being a popular escape from Tokyo. In addition, many manga and films have been set in Shonan, solidifying its reputation as the place to soak up the summer sun. Fishing, watersports, sailing, windsurfing, and dog walking are big here but surfing and fishing remains the main activity.
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  • Cambodian boys net fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake, an estuary of the Mekong River near Siem Reap.
    cambodian-net-fishing-3.jpg
  • Within the city of Suzhou, there are areas featuring canals. Suzhou is often dubbed the "Venice of the East" or "Venice of China" because of its many canals.  Both eight hundred-year-old Pingjiang Road and twelve hundred-year-old Shantang Road made it to the list of China's "famous history and culture streets", and both feature elegant bridges, flowing waters and unique architecture.
    suzhou-canal-1.jpg
  • Within the city of Suzhou, there are areas featuring canals. Suzhou is often dubbed the "Venice of the East" or "Venice of China" because of its many canals.  Both eight hundred-year-old Pingjiang Road and twelve hundred-year-old Shantang Road made it to the list of China's "famous history and culture streets", and both feature elegant bridges, flowing waters and unique architecture.
    suzhou-canal-2.jpg
  • Mui Ne Fishing Port - Vietnamese basket boats are used as ferries to go out to the main fishing boats and back to shore.  These baskets are also sometimes used for artfully displaying "catch of the day" at seafood restaurants once they have retired from service as boats.
    vietnamese-basket-boat-2.jpg
  • Cambodian boys net fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake, an estuary of the Mekong River near Siem Reap.
    cambodian-net-fishing-2.jpg
  • Japanese Fishing at Kotsubo Port,  Kotsubo is officially a part of Zusi City, but is adjacent to Kamakura and a popular fishing port.
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  • The ethnic Intha people who live around Inle Lake get around by using traditional skiffs propelled by one foot controlled paddle.  The unusual Intha method of leg rowing - one leg wrapped around the paddle which drives the blade through the water.  The Intha make up the bulk of the fishermen on the lake.
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  • Intha Fisherman on Inle Lake -Most Intha people who live on and around Inle Lake get around by using traditional skiffs propelled by a single paddle.  The Intha are the majority of the fishermen on the lake. The curious Intha method of leg rowing - one leg is wrapped around the paddle, driving the blade through the water in a unique motion.
    intha-fishermen-4.jpg
  • Ume-no-Se Horseback Arch at Jogashima - the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna. The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period. Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima. The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
    Shonan-1.jpg
  • Phra Nang Cave, on the east side of Railay, is famous for its wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. Since ancient times, Phra Nang Cave or Princess Cave is where fishermen make offerings to the symbolic Phallus of Shiva Siwaleung or Palad Khik in Thai.  Fishermen say the cave is home to a mythical sea princess.  They believe offerings will help them reap fish and protect them from danger.  The cave contains a remarkable collection of carved phallic fertility symbols.
    phra-nang-cave-4.jpg
  • Phra Nang Cave, on the east side of Railay, is famous for its wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. Since ancient times, Phra Nang Cave or Princess Cave is where fishermen make offerings to the symbolic Phallus of Shiva Siwaleung or Palad Khik in Thai.  Fishermen say the cave is home to a mythical sea princess.  They believe offerings will help them reap fish and protect them from danger.  The cave contains a remarkable collection of carved phallic fertility symbols.
    phra-nang-cave-2.jpg
  • Phra Nang Cave, on the east side of Railay, is famous for its stalactites and stalagmites. Since ancient times, Phra Nang Cave or Princess Cave is where fishermen make offerings to the symbolic Phallus of Shiva Siwaleung or Palad Khik in Thai.  Fishermen say the cave is home to a mythical sea princess.  They believe offerings will help them reap fish and protect them from danger.  The cave contains a remarkable collection of carved phallic fertility symbols.
    phra-nang-cave-5.jpg
  • Phra Nang Cave, on the east side of Railay, is famous for its wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. Since ancient times, Phra Nang Cave or Princess Cave is where fishermen make offerings to the symbolic Phallus of Shiva Siwaleung or Palad Khik in Thai.  Fishermen say the cave is home to a mythical sea princess.  They believe offerings will help them reap fish and protect them from danger.  The cave contains a remarkable collection of carved phallic fertility symbols.
    phra-nang-cave-3.jpg
  • Shoruji is temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-5.jpg
  • Chozubachi Water Basin at Shoruji - temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-1.jpg
  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
    sagicho-30.jpg
  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
    sagicho-19.jpg
  • Iyo Kokubunji Temple is No. 59 on the Shikoku pilgrimage.  This is the only temple on the pilgrimage belonging to the Shingon Ritsu Sect. It was founded in 807 by Kobo Daishi, the founder of the pilgrimage, who carved the statue of Enmei Jizo Bosatsu. This deity is called the Helmsman Jizo, and fishermen believe that it protects them at sea. In the main hall there are thousands of small statues of Jizo donated by pilgrims from all over Japan. In the hands of each statue is a ship's wheel  There is a statue of Kobo Daishi on the grounds near the medicine ball, with which you can shake hands.
    temple-59-iyo-kokubunji-3.jpg
  • Shoruji Waterfall -  temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-13.jpg
  • Shoruji is temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-11.jpg
  • Shoruji Temple Gate - temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-9.jpg
  • Pagoda at Shoruji - temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-8.jpg
  • Shoruji is temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-7.jpg
  • Shoruji is temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-4.jpg
  • Pagoda at Shoruji - temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
    temple-36-shoryuji-3.jpg
  • Sarushima Abandoned Ruins - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-18.jpg
  • Sarushima Tunnel of Love - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-17.jpg
  • Sarushima Tunnel of Love - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-10.jpg
  • Sarushima Tunnel of Love - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-09.jpg
  • Sarushima Tunnel of Love - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-08.jpg
  • Sarushima Abandoned Ruins - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
    BW-Sarushima-01.jpg
  • Jogashima & Fuji - Jogashima is the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna. The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period. Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima. The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
    jogashima-fuji-2.jpg
  • Oiso Sagicho Bonfire - Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Yanna Gokko Karimiya at Oiso Sagicho - Every year in mid January, a  festival is held at Oiso Beach called Sagicho. Originally, local fishermen organized this event and tradition.  Sagicho has been observed for over 400 years and has been designated as Japan’s national intangible treasures or officially Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.  The Oiso no Sagicho is a Dosojin or a travelers' guardian deity fire matsuri.  Used shinto Japanese New Year decorations are turned into burnable artistic looking cones on the beach, and when the sun goes down, the bonfires are lit. Many local children participate by roasting dango, small glutinous rice cakes. Dango is eaten with the hopes of good health for the upcoming year.  From each group gathered around its respective bonfire, several men wear traditional loincloths and plunge into the frigid ocean. Straw cone shaped structures called Saito are built on the beach using pine, bamboo and New Year decorations.  These are turned into bonfires and provide some warmth for the participants and spectators.  This event is held during Koshogatsu, or Little New Year, the 15th of January.  Usually New Year decorations are taken down and burnt at the local Shinto shrine though Oiso is famous for burning them on the beach, with additional rituals associated with Koshogatsu.
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  • Ume-no-Se Horseback Arch at Jogashima - the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna. The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period. Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima. The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
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  • Ume-no-Se Horseback Arch at Jogashima - the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna. The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period. Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima. The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
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  • Ume-no-Se Horseback Arch at Jogashima - the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna. The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period. Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima. The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
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  • Yellowfin Tuna at Malatapay Market - Wednesdays at Malatapay Market are always abuzz with activity. It is a place where livestock growers, local farmers and fishermen converge to sell their fresh produce. It is a whole day fair for the townspeople, shoppers and visitors. Locals from neighboring towns also take part in the market day.  Malatapay provides an experience of the traditional Filipino barter system because the locals trade goods within themselves and with vendors who hail from the nearby Apo Island and those who live in the next towns. On other days, Malatapay is an oddly quiet place with not even a hint of activity going on. The market’s exclusive mid week only schedule always makes it something to look forward to for everybody.
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  • Lechon at Malatapay Market - Wednesdays at Malatapay Market are always abuzz with activity. It is a place where livestock growers, local farmers and fishermen converge to sell their fresh produce. It is a whole day fair for the townspeople, shoppers and visitors. Locals from neighboring towns also take part in the market day.  Malatapay provides an experience of the traditional Filipino barter system because the locals trade goods within themselves and with vendors who hail from the nearby Apo Island and those who live in the next towns. On other days, Malatapay is an oddly quiet place with not even a hint of activity going on. The market’s exclusive mid week only schedule always makes it something to look forward to for everybody.
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  • Jogashima is the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna.  The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period.  Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima.  The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
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  • Jogashima is the largest island in Kanagawa prefecture located at the most south part of Kanagawa on the Miura Peninsula. Jogashima is part of Miura City - its main industry is fish, particularly tuna.  The history of the fish market started about 2000 years ago, and well developed in Edo period.  Today, the fish markets are still the main industry at Jogashima.  The island is a rural getaway near Yokohama and Tokyo and popular with fishermen.
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  • Kochi Fishing Nets Sunset - The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
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  • Kochi Fishing Nets Sunset - The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
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  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
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  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
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  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    cochin-fish-nets-7.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    cochin-fish-nets-6.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
    cochin-fish-nets-4.jpg
  • The Chinese fishing nets at  Kochi are used for a unique method of fishing. Operated from shore the nets are extended on bamboo poles and held up by huge mechanical strctures which are lowered and raised from the sea. They are counter weighed by large stones.  Each net is operated by a team of some five or six fishermen.  The net is left in the water for only a short time; just a few minutes before it is raised back up by tugging ropes. The Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin are said to have their origin in China.
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  • Hua Hin Khao Takiab Fish Market  - Thailand is lucky to have many beautiful seaside cities with an abundance of fresh seafood, and Hua Hin is certainly one of htem. Once a funky and lowly collection or ramshakle huts under Khao Takiab Hill, the Sea Market is THE source for lovers of the freshest seafood while retaining a touch of local life.  When you see fishermen next door to their family fish shops repairing nets, you know this is the real thing.
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  • Hua Hin Fisherman - Hua Hin Sea Market Thailand is lucky to have many beautiful seaside cities with an abundance of fresh seafood, and Hua Hin is certainly one of htem. , once a funky and lowly collection or ramshakle huts under Khao Takiab Hill, the Sea Market is THE source for lovers of the freshest seafood.  Still retaining s a touch of local life, fishermen next door to their family fish shops repairing nets, you know this is the real thing.  Originally most fish shops sold by the kilo, but nowadays they will cook up whatever you buy from them,  thus explaining its popularity.  In season, you will find crabs, shrimp, prawns, squid, snapper, mollosks and just about any fish that swims in the Gulf of Thailand
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  • The settlement at Ko Panyi was established by nomadic Malay fisherman.  The settlement was built on stilts for easy access for fishermen and their families who live on the island. In the 18th century, when the community was established, it was not possible for non-Thais to own land, so a stilt fishing community on the sea was born.
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  • The Surging Waves Garden,  often called Great Wave Pavilion, was built by the Song Dynasty poet Su Shunqing on the site of an existing imperial garden. It is the oldest of the UNESCO gardens in Suzhou, keeping its original Song Dynasty layout. The name is derived from a verse in the poem Fishermen by Qu Yuan in his book Songs of the South, "If the Canglang River is dirty I wash my muddy feet - If the Canglang River is clean I wash my ribbon".  This verse alludes to an official who removes himself from politics rather than act in a corrupt manner.  After his death the garden passed through many owners and fell into disuse until it was restored by the governor of Jiangsu Province.  In 1955 the garden was opened to the public and in 2000 it was added by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage monument.
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  • The Great Wave Pavilion, often called Surging Waves Garden, was built in 1044 by the Song Dynasty poet Su Shunqing on the site of a preexisting imperial garden. It is the oldest of the UNESCO listed gardens in Suzhou, keeping its original Song Dynasty layout.The name is derived from a verse in the poem Fishermen by Qu Yuan in his book Songs of the South, "If the Canglang River is dirty I wash my muddy feet - If the Canglang River is clean I wash my ribbon". This verse alludes to an honest official who removes himself from politics rather than act in a corrupt manner. Su Shunqing choose this to express his feelings after his removal from office.  After his death the garden passed through many owners and fell into disuse until it was restored by Song Luo, governor of Jiangsu Province.  In 1955 the garden was opened to the public and in 2000 it was added to the UNESCO world cultural heritage monuments.
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  • The Great Wave Pavilion, often called Surging Waves Garden, was built in 1044 by the Song Dynasty poet Su Shunqing on the site of a preexisting imperial garden. It is the oldest of the UNESCO listed gardens in Suzhou, keeping its original Song Dynasty layout.The name is derived from a verse in the poem Fishermen by Qu Yuan in his book Songs of the South, "If the Canglang River is dirty I wash my muddy feet - If the Canglang River is clean I wash my ribbon". This verse alludes to an honest official who removes himself from politics rather than act in a corrupt manner. Su Shunqing choose this to express his feelings after his removal from office.  After his death the garden passed through many owners and fell into disuse until it was restored by Song Luo, governor of Jiangsu Province.  In 1955 the garden was opened to the public and in 2000 it was added to the UNESCO world cultural heritage monuments.
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  • Most Intha people who live on and around Inle Lake get around by using traditional skiffs propelled by a single paddle.  The curious Intha method of leg rowing - one leg is wrapped around the paddle, driving the blade through the water in a unique motion.  The Intha make up the bulk of the fishermen on the lake.
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  • Most Intha people who live on and around Inle Lake get around by using traditional skiffs propelled by a single paddle.  The curious Intha method of leg rowing - one leg is wrapped around the paddle, driving the blade through the water in a unique motion.  The Intha make up the bulk of the fishermen on the lake.
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  • Food in the Philippines usually means fresh seafood.  Here a Filipino chef shows off his catch of the day - a giant yellowfin tuna caught by one of the local fishermen and delivered fresh to the door of the restaurant.
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  • Shikinejima Lighthouse - unusual for its red color, as most lighthouses are white, Shikinejima Lighthouse is a local landmark for both fishermen, beach-goers and boaters in the area.
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  • Phu Quoc Island's primary industry is fishing and the preparation of fish sauce, a popular condiment in Southeast Asia.  Fishermen predominate the scene here, such as this one at Duong Dong port.
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  • Iyo Kokubunji Temple is No. 59 on the Shikoku pilgrimage.  This is the only temple on the pilgrimage belonging to the Shingon Ritsu Sect. It was founded in 807 by Kobo Daishi, the founder of the pilgrimage, who carved the statue of Enmei Jizo Bosatsu. This deity is called the Helmsman Jizo, and fishermen believe that it protects them at sea. In the main hall there are thousands of small statues of Jizo donated by pilgrims from all over Japan. In the hands of each statue is a ship's wheel  There is a statue of Kobo Daishi on the grounds near the medicine ball, with which you can shake hands.
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  • Shoruji is temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
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  • Pagoda at Shoruji - temple No. 36 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, located on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Pilgrims used to have to reach the temple by ferry, but in 1975 a bridge was built. The deity of the temple is is venerated as the guardian of fishermen. Shoryuji is known as the “Green Dragon Temple”. The environment is fantastically beautiful with bamboo forests and stairs dotted with statues and path markers. Shouryuuji is truly a highlight for any pilgrim. This temple houses the fierce “Dragon Fudou”.
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  • Gokurakuji - It has been said that in ancient times the light from the halo of the image enshrined here reached the sea and scared the fish in the nearby sea, preventing fishermen from catching fish, so they built a small hill in front of the image to block the light. There's a large cedar tree that promotes longevity to those who touch it. Women come here to pray for an easy childbirth. The temples was founded by Gyoki and its principale image is that of Amida Nyorai which is listed as an Important Cultural Property by the Japanese government.
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  • Gokurakuji - It has been said that in ancient times the light from the halo of the image enshrined here reached the sea and scared the fish in the nearby sea, preventing fishermen from catching fish, so they built a small hill in front of the image to block the light. There's a large cedar tree that promotes longevity to those who touch it. Women come here to pray for an easy childbirth. The temples was founded by Gyoki and its principale image is that of Amida Nyorai which is listed as an Important Cultural Property by the Japanese government.
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  • 67. Okinoshima 沖ノ島 宗像大社  Both the island and the shrine are off limits to the public, local fishermen and all boats keep a respectful distance from the island.  Although Shinto priests are stationed on the island, performing rituals on certain occasions, they are not allowed to speak of them nor allow outsiders to the island.  The island is only accessible by boat exclusively for the Shinto priests and is only viewable to the public at a discreet distance.
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  • 67. Okinoshima 沖ノ島 宗像大社  Both the island and the shrine are off limits to the public, local fishermen and all boats keep a respectful distance from the island.  Although Shinto priests are stationed on the island, performing rituals on certain occasions, they are not allowed to speak of them nor allow outsiders to the island.  The island is only accessible by boat exclusively for the Shinto priests and is only viewable to the public at a discreet distance.
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  • 67. Okinoshima 沖ノ島 宗像大社  Both the island and the shrine are off limits to the public, local fishermen and all boats keep a respectful distance from the island.  Although Shinto priests are stationed on the island, performing rituals on certain occasions, they are not allowed to speak of them nor allow outsiders to the island.  The island is only accessible by boat exclusively for the Shinto priests and is only viewable to the public at a discreet distance.
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  • 67. Okinoshima 沖ノ島 宗像大社  Both the island and the shrine are off limits to the public, local fishermen and all boats keep a respectful distance from the island.  Although Shinto priests are stationed on the island, performing rituals on certain occasions, they are not allowed to speak of them nor allow outsiders to the island.  The island is only accessible by boat exclusively for the Shinto priests and is only viewable to the public at a discreet distance.
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  • Mizunoura Church has a spectacular view of the sea.  Its congregation is made up of Goto Fuku Island Catholic farmers and fishermen.  The remains of Christians in the neighboring land tels the history of the Christian repression during the Tokugawa shogunate.  Mizunoura Church was established by Rev Salemon of the Paris Foreign Missionary in 1880. The church was designed and built by Tetsukawa Yosuke who participated in the construction of Catholic churches across the Goto Islands as a gifted carpenter his first encounter with European architecture. He went on to study architecture and joined the Architectural Institute of Japan. Although a Buddhist all his life he was sensitive to the sentiments of Catholics and responded to their expectations by designing beautiful churches across Kyushu. As Japan's premier church architect, Tetsukawa was decorated by the Japanese government.
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  • Mizunoura Church has a spectacular view of the sea.  Its congregation is made up of Goto Fuku Island Catholic farmers and fishermen.  The remains of Christians in the neighboring land tels the history of the Christian repression during the Tokugawa shogunate.  Mizunoura Church was established by Rev Salemon of the Paris Foreign Missionary in 1880. The church was designed and built by Tetsukawa Yosuke who participated in the construction of Catholic churches across the Goto Islands as a gifted carpenter his first encounter with European architecture. He went on to study architecture and joined the Architectural Institute of Japan. Although a Buddhist all his life he was sensitive to the sentiments of Catholics and responded to their expectations by designing beautiful churches across Kyushu. As Japan's premier church architect, Tetsukawa was decorated by the Japanese government.
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  • Sarushima Power Generator - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
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  • Sarushima Observation Tower - Sarushima is Tokyo Bayís only uninhabited and natural island and is full of history. It was once a barrier fortress that protected Tokyo Bay.  It was forbidden for civilians to land on during its military use days. The island still has remnants of that period like barracks and gun batteries on the island.  Thick French brick walls of the abandoned fortress buildings make it a popular spot for abandoned site enthusiasts. The abandoned fortress was the inspiration for the ruins in the Studio Ghibliís movie Castle in the Sky.  Sarushimaís mysterious atmosphere will enchant anime fans because of this.  Although the island is now no more than a relaxing spot for fishermen and tourists, its strategic importance had been known since the Tokugawa Shogunate built military fortifications on the island which still remain today.  During World War II the strategic importance of the island was used as the Japanese built artillery points around the older structures. Brick-lined tunnels and walls of fortresses still remain from generations past, though they are now overgrown with plants, creating an unusual blend of history and nature.  Sarushima translates as ìMonkey Islandî.  Its nickname comes from a legend that says the priest Nichiren traveling by boat from Kamakura to Chiba when a storm hit.  A monkey suddenly appeared on the bow of his boat, leading him to the island for safety. Today there are no monkeys, but lots of humans especially on weekends in summer.
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