Famous scenic spots
This is the database of famous scenic spots in INBE, AWA.
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Koutsuji Temple
Koutsuji is a Shingon sect temple opened by En no Gyouja (an ascetic) at the time of Emperor Tenchi (662~671).
Its neighborhood is famous for Shugendo and it's been told that Kōbõ-Daishi (Kūkai) practiced asceticism here at
the age of 28 in 801. On August 18th every year, a festival called Juuhachiyama eshiki, which is a rare festival in
the country that women are forbidden to take part, is carried out all through the night and many followers gather.
In the early morning on the 19th, it is open to women as well and female followers waiting at the Nyonindou
(Women's chamber) outside of the gate are welcomed to join.
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