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Buddhist Art of Ryukyu

Okinawa · Naha · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 琉球の仏教美術と焼失

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WHAT TO DOBuddhist Art of Ryukyu

The royal temple burned in 1945; Hojo Bridge remains, and the main gate has been restored. Most of Ryukyuan Buddhist art was lost with it.

WHEREOkinawa

Southern Okinawa Island · Naha

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The royal temple burned in 1945; Hojo Bridge remains, and the main gate has been restored. Most of Ryukyuan Buddhist art was lost with it.

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Founded / opened:1400s Highlights / collection:Remains of Enkakuji, Temple treasures lost in the Battle of Okinawa Genre:Antique art and Buddhist art, Architecture

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