# Sarusawa Pond

Nara, Japan

Sarusawa Pond is a small willow-fringed pond below Kōfuku-ji, created in 749 for a Buddhist rite. Famous for mirroring the temple's five-story pagoda, it ranks among the Eight Views of Nara and carries the sad legend of a drowned court lady.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Sarusawa Pond, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 34.68197, 135.83056

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