Higashi-Honganji - Kyoto, Japan
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Squirreleen
N 34° 59.440 E 135° 45.539
53S E 569266 N 3872271
Temple built in 1895, head temple of the sect est. in the 17th C.
Waymark Code: WM3PH5
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Date Posted: 04/29/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member RakeInTheCache
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Huge complex of buildings near central Kyoto. Head temple of the Higashi-Honganji sect of Buddhism in Japan.
Open to visitors?: Yes

Photography Permitted Inside?: Yes

Related Website: [Web Link]

Statue of the Buddha present?: Not listed
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Photos of the shrine are strongly encouraged when permitted otherwise please refrain from taking pictures inside and in any case, generally have respect for the religious nature of the site.

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