Some of the gardens on the temple grounds, which look like a nice tranquil space for contemplation. Source: Feitclub at the English-language Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/, via Wikimedia Commons
A portrait of Emperor Seiwa, the first child Emperor. His ascension marks the first appointment of a regent who was not a member of the Royal family. Fujiwara Yoshifusa served as Sesshō, a regent who governs on behalf of a child. Source: Public Domain
The kami Hachiman, here portrayed sitting upon a lotus blossom in his syncretized form as a Boddhisattva. In his left hand he holds a mala bracelet for keeping track of mantra recitation, and in his right hand he holds a shokujō, a staff wielded by traveling Buddhist priests to protect themselves from wild animals. Source: Public Domain
The Iwashimizu-Hachimangū Shrine in modern-day Kyoto. It probably looked much different in its original construction, and has been rebuilt many times over the centuries. Source: Public Domain
A portion of the Isaniwa Shrine on Shikoku Island, a fine demonostration of the Hachiman-zukuri style I mentioned in today’s episode. While at first glance the object in the center appears to be two buildings, it is actually a single structure with two tandem roofs. Source: Public Domain
What remains today of the island fortress of Cheonghaejin, Jang Bogo’s base of operations. While the trees have overgrown the rammed-earth walls, this picture gives some sense of how formidable the structure would have looked to marauding pirates. Source: Public Domain
The Royal Flag of the Goryeo Dynasty, featuring a Phoenix bird in flight. I think we can all agree that it is a pretty sweet flag. Source: Public Domain
A map of the major battles of the An Lushan Rebellion. Note the distances required for the loyal generals to travel in order to engage the rebel An Lushan. Source: SY, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Emperor Wuzong, who led the Great Anti-Buddhist Persecution of the 840s. Source: Public Domain
Emperor Zhaozong, the last adult Emperor of Tang China. After he was assassinated, his eight-year old son was put on the throne and then later killed as well. Source: Public Domain
The Fujiwara Clan crest: two hanging Wisteria blossoms (The “Fuji” part of Fujwara literally means Wisteria). Source: Mukai, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Fujiwara Otsugu, sitting here with his Koto, a type of floor harp. Source: Kikuchi Yōsai, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Map of Japan with the Kantō region highlighted. Members of the Taira Clan settled throughout the region early on, though that will change by this season’s end… Source: TUBS, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Emperor Saga, painted much later in the 1400s. Source: 日本語: 不明（伝小野篁）English: Unknown, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Map of Japan with Yamato Province highlighted. This is where Emperor Heizei and his allies found themselves isolated as Sakanoue Tamuramaro closed all the paths that led to neighboring provinces. Source: Ash_Crow, CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/, via Wikimedia Commons
Season 5, Episode 5: The Life and Times of Emperor Kammu
A reconstruction of the Heian Palace Daigokuden, the Main Hall. Today this rebuilt structure stands at Heian Shrine in Kyoto. Source: Saigen Jiro, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
A model of Heian-Kyo featuring the Imperial Palace in the north. Source: Wikiwikiyarou, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
A close up on the same model of Saiji Temple, one of only three temples allowed to be built in the new capital. Source: Wikiwikiyarou, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
A memorial stone marking the location of the old palace, which has long since been lost to the ravages of time. Source: ＋－ at Japanese Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/, via Wikimedia Commons
