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Fukuoka Temple

World Peace Pagoda

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世界平和パゴダ

A unique Myanmar-style pagoda in Japan, promoting peace and commemorating WWII dead.

World Peace Pagoda
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What it is

  • A World Peace Pagoda, built in 1958.
  • Promotes friendship between Japan and Myanmar.
  • Commemorates war dead from World War II.
  • Only Myanmar-style temple recognized by Myanmar government.

What to see

  • A 45-meter tall pagoda.
  • Similar to the World Peace Pagoda in Yangon.
  • A component cultural property of Japan Heritage.

Getting there

  • Located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
  • Near Mekari Park in Setonaikai National Park.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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