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Shinshōgokuraku-ji Temple

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真正極楽寺

Shinnyo-do Temple, founded in 984, offers autumn foliage and a significant Amitābha statue.

Shinshōgokuraku-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Tendai sect temple in Kyoto, Japan.
  • Commonly known as Shinnyo-dō.
  • Founded in 984 by the monk Kaisan.
  • Imperial prayer temple of Emperor Ichijo.

What to see

  • Main hall is a National Important Cultural Property.
  • Principal image is a wooden standing Amitābha Tathāgata statue.
  • Designated place for the birth of Japanese cinema.
  • Fifth stop on the Rakuyo 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.

When to go

  • Known for its beautiful autumn foliage.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

京都市左京区浄土寺真如町82 Open in Google Maps

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