Just outside of Kyoto, up near Arashiyama, there is a little amazing temple – Otagi Nenbutsu-ji.
The most striking and unique thing about it is the 1200 or so rakan sculptures representing disciples of the Buddha.
Here are just a couple –
And here’s a short video I shot to give you an idea of the scale of this….
Do you remember the news story about the old lady in Spain tried to restore a fresco? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-19349921), well I think she’s been to Japan too!
Heroes Not Zombies 
Wow.
Your last photo and comment gave me my first laugh of the day. Thank you
Thank you Bob for always cheering me up with your wonderful photos and thoughtful comments which always make me look more carefully incase I have missed anything! There is so much to take in and the beauty of the different photos you take are amazing.