When I talk about the Shinsengumi(a special police force organized by Bakufu), I always feel excited.

They were the most brave like a warrior and acted with sincerity.

The way to relieve stress is to spend surrounding with books on Shinsengumi. (Some people get cold feet.)

Mibudera Temple in connection to Shinsengumi was an old temple founded in 991.

Jizo or the Guardian Deity of Travelers and Children, which is the principal image of Mibudera Temple was designated as an important cultural property in the Kamakura period.

At the Mibu burial mound in the compound the bust of Kondo Isami stands. It is the sacred place for his fans.

For the fans of the history of the closing days of Tokugawa shogunate, please visit there.

I’m sure you will be excited.

“Kintsuba” or sweetened beans confections of Kofukudo shop nearby are very delicious.

A 2 min. walk after at city bus stop Mibudera-michi.

Mibudera Temple: http://www.mibudera.com/

For more information, click here (google map).