Hasedera Temple in Nara Prefecture is the main temple of the Buzan sect of Shingon Buddhism, giving rise to 3000 member temples in Japan. This temple is beautiful throughout the year because of an abundance of seasonal blooms, earning the name “Temple of Flowers.” Additionally, there is also a magnificent five-storied pagoda on the temple grounds. Tales From HistoryHasedera Temple was built in 686 and was expanded in 727 by order of Emperor Shoumu. The temple can be reached by climbing a series of 399 stairs, believed to be holy by the pilgrims. One of the temple highlights is a statue of the …