Overview
Fukushima's only National Treasure building, raised by a daughter of the Hiraizumi Fujiwara and designed with its reflection in mind.
About this place
Shiramizu Amida-dō (白水阿弥陀堂), is a chapel located within the Buddhist temple of Ganjō-ji (願成寺) in the city of Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. The Amida-dō is a National Treasure and the temple, with its paradise garden, has been designated an National Historic Site.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened:1160 Highlights / collection:National Treasure Amida Hall, Pure Land garden Genre:Architecture, Antique art and Buddhist art
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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