S16·E3 Enku's 120,000 Smiles Over Gifu
- Episode
- Season 16, Episode 3
- Air Date
- February 25, 2025
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Roughly hewed, smiling statues of deities and Buddhas... A monk named Enku is believed to have sculpted some 120,000 in Gifu Prefecture, which are beloved to this day. We discover the stunning nature and culture of this area by following in the monk-sculptor's footsteps. We see where he practiced shugendo—rigorous mountain spiritual training; and where he stopped to create his charismatic statues. Actor Jonathan Senior travels to places associated with Enku to learn about his enduring legacy.
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When did Season 16 Episode 3 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 16, Episode 3 ('Enku's 120,000 Smiles Over Gifu') originally aired on February 25, 2025.
How long is Season 16 Episode 3 ('Enku's 120,000 Smiles Over Gifu')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.
What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 16 Episode 3?
Roughly hewed, smiling statues of deities and Buddhas... A monk named Enku is believed to have sculpted some 120,000 in Gifu Prefecture, which are beloved to this day. We discover the stunning nature and culture of this area by following in the monk-sculptor's footsteps. We see where he practiced sh...
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