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Akishinodera

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Japanese name: 秋篠寺

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WHAT TO DOAkishinodera

Its Gigeiten figure is called the Muse of the East. The moss garden is beautiful.

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Its Gigeiten figure is called the Muse of the East. The moss garden is beautiful.

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Akishino-dera (秋篠寺) is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara, Nara Prefecture Japan. It does not belong to any sect of Japanese Buddhism and has no "mountain name". Its honzon is a statue of Yakushi Nyorai . It is known for its statue of Gigeiten (Goddess of Arts and Performing Arts).

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Founded:780 Designation:National Treasure Blessings:Performing arts

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