Kōryū-ji Temple
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Kyoto's oldest temple, Kōryū-ji offers ancient buildings and National Treasure statues.
What it is
- Kyoto's oldest temple, founded by Hata no Kawakatsu.
- Dedicated to Prince Shōtoku.
- Also known as Hachiokadera, Hatanokimidera, and Uzumasadera.
What to see
- Two National Treasure Miroku Bosatsu Hanka-zō statues.
- The Keikyūin Hondō, a National Treasure building.
- The current Kōdō building, dating from 1165.
When to go
- Ushimatsuri festival, one of Kyoto's three strange festivals.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市右京区太秦蜂岡町32 Open in Google Maps
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