Overview
Two storeys from outside, four floors and seven levels within - a temple built as a defensive machine.
About this place
Myōryū-ji (妙立寺), commonly known as Ninja-dera ("Ninja Temple"), is a Buddhist temple belonging to Nichiren sect located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan. While not actually associated with ninjas, the temple earned its nickname because of its many deceptive defences.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened：1643 Highlights / collection：Pitfalls and hidden staircases, Four storeys and seven layers structure Genre：Architecture
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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Source myouryuji.or.jp ↗Before you go
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