Sauntering around Kokubunji, a walking tour through ancient prayers meet spring waters [4K]

[Introduction] Kokubunji is a quiet and culturally rich city located in western Tokyo, about 20–25 minutes from central Tokyo by train. It is known for its ancient temple history, natural springs, and peaceful residential atmosphere. In the 8th century, during the Nara period, the government ordered provincial temples to be built across Japan. One of them was Musashi Kokubun-ji Temple Ruins, the former provincial temple of Musashi Province. Today, the ruins remain as an archaeological park where visitors can see reconstructed foundations and learn about the political and religious importance of the site more than 1,200 years ago. Nearby stands the present-day Musashi Kokubun-ji, which preserves the spiritual legacy of the original temple. Kokubunji is also famous for its clear natural springs along the Kokubunji Cliff Line, a geographical escarpment running through the area. A popular walking route is Otaka no Michi, a charming path beside a small stream fed by spring water. The atmosphere is especially beautiful in spring and autumn. At the end of the path, you will find Masugata Benzaiten, a small shrine dedicated to Benzaiten, the goddess of water and music. Kokubunji is ideal for travelers who want to explore a quieter, more historical side of Tokyo beyond the busy city center. Please 🔔subscribe🔔 to the channel and hit the like button 👍 so you won't miss when a new video is uploaded. Thank you! [Chapter] 00:00 Start walking from JR Kokubunji Station（JR国分寺駅） 01:12 Tonogayato Garden（殿ヶ谷戸庭園） 32:40 Otaka no Michi Alley（お鷹の道） 36:42 Masugata Benzaiten（真姿弁財天） 40:00 Musashi Kokubunji Park（武蔵国分寺公園） 1:08:35 Musashi Kokubunniji Temple Ruins（武蔵国分尼寺跡） 1:18:23 Musashi Kokubunji Temple Ruins（武蔵国分寺跡） 1:26:01 Yakushido of Musashi Kokubunji Temple（武蔵国分寺 薬師堂） 1:30:49 Motomura Hachiman Shrine（本村八幡神社） 1:34:47 Musashi Kokubunji Temple（武蔵国分寺） 1:53:03 End of the video #kokubunji #walking #strolling #saunter #tokyo #travel #temple #shrine #国分寺 #殿ヶ谷戸庭園 #散歩 #寺院 #寺社仏閣 #旅行