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Joruriji Temple

Nara · · Culture & History

Japanese name: 浄瑠璃寺

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Joruriji Temple
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WHAT TO DOJoruriji Temple

A temple with a Pure Land garden and nine Amida images. It stands in Kizugawa, Kyoto, though listed under Nara in the source.

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A temple with a Pure Land garden and nine Amida images. It stands in Kizugawa, Kyoto, though listed under Nara in the source.

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A temple in Kamo, Kizugawa, Kyoto. Its three-story pagoda and main hall are both national treasures, and on the 8th of every month the seated Yakushi Nyorai statue (Important Cultural Property) in the three-story pagoda is specially opened (only on fine days). In autumn the hidden Buddha, the standing Kisshoten statue, is shown in the main hall. Visiting hours are 9:00 to 17:00, with main hall admission accepted until 16:30.

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