Temple takes on 'moe' anime flavor

Temple takes on 'moe' anime flavor

TOKYO, Japan - Ryoho Temple's chief priest Shoko Nakazato (L) and Toromi (R), wearing the costume of the Benzaiten anime character ''Toro-Benten,'' stands in front of a figure of the character dedicated at the temple in Tokyo's Hachioji on Dec. 5, 2010. Behind is the real Benzaiten enshrined in the temple. (Kyodo)

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