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Margaret River's avatar

Deeply informative article, Gianni, as always. Nice to see a female perspective. Thanks for including that. The temples and environment look serene and beautiful.

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Gianni Simone's avatar

Thanks! Yes, the temple grounds are spectacular, and Washio-san is a very interesting person.

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Portia's avatar

The place has a natural rugged beauty, the buildings are magnificent, and tradition and modernity meet harmoniously under Washio-san's direction. You did them proud with this article, Gianni. I also appreciate the mention of Dame Murasaki, I find her monument remarkable: see how the folds in her coat mirror those of her paper sheets, with all the lines so fluid and elegant, like in a master calligrapher's writing.

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Gianni Simone's avatar

Thanks, Portia. More about The Tale of Genji is coming soon!

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Portia's avatar

Yippie!!!

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