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1. Phoenix Hall of Byodoin Temple in Uji a temple sacred to Amida Buddha, built by Yorimichi Fujiware in 1053. The buildings are exquisitely designed to harmonise with the sur- rounding land and water

2. Japanese-style inn, 'Kasui-En," and gardens at Kyoto, designed by Togo Murano. The garden is covered with stones and white sand, with moss planted in the form of a gourd.

3. Aerial view of Daibutsuden of Todaiji Temple, Nara which enshrines the largest bronze Buddha ever cast. The temple was founded in 745

4. Shosoin treasure repository of Todaiji Temple, Nara. This style of building with triangular timbers above wooden pillars is known as 'Azekurazukuri’.

5. A room of the Hiunkaka Pavilion, Kyoto, built in the 16th century. The pavilion is celebrated for its simple and unique architectural style

Far East BUILDER, October 1969