Horyu-ji Temple, Nara

In the The Tale of Genji, when Genji finds the young Murasaki in the Northern Hills, a distinguished prelate gives him "a rosary of embellished bo tree seeds, obtained by Prince Shotoku from Kudara" (an ancient Korean kingdom).

Tori Busshi's Shaka Triad, cast in the Chinese Northern Wei style.

Approach to the Yumedono (Hall of Dreams) at Horyuji Temple.

Hexagonal Yumedono (Hall of Dreams) at Horyuji Temple.

Pond at Horyuji Temple.

Yakushi Hall at Horyuji Temple.

Horyuji Temple's belfry.

The parinirvana (nehan) of Shakyamuni depicted in the pagoda of Horyuji Temple.