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Hakata Light Up Walk - Kushida Shrine(2011)
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The Hakata area of Fukuoka has many temples and shrines that convey the long and varied history of Hakata. The Hakata Light Up Walk is a magical light up event held at these temples and shrines in Tenjin. By walking to Kushida Shrine, Jotenji Temple, Tochoji Temple, Myorakuji Temple, and Jyunshinji Temple when they are lite up, visitors will understand the historical scenery of these temples. Kushida Shrine is the grand tutelary shrine of Hakata and is dedicated to the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival. Beautiful Jotenji Temple has a rock garden and was founded by Kobo Daishi, a Japanese monk, civil servant, scholar, poet, and artist. In 2011, the construction of a five-storied pagoda was completed at Tochoji Temple. Myorakuji Temple has the graves of many wealthy Hakata merchants. Finally, there is Jyunshinji Temple, a beautiful temple with a garden and a stunning array of plants and vegetation that bloom throughout the year. Areas of these temples not normally open will be opened to the general public for the duration of the Hakata Light Up Walk. In addition, a night market selling traditional Hakata handicrafts and concerts will also be held.
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