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Bimyō-ji, Buddhist temple in Ōtsu, Japan.

Bimyō-ji temple stands within the grounds of the Onjo-ji Temple group, featuring traditional Japanese Buddhist architecture and design elements from the late 10th century.

The Buddhist master Keiso established Bimyō-ji in 994, making it a significant religious institution that has endured through various periods of Japanese history.

The temple maintains its role as a center for Buddhist practices and ceremonies while preserving ancient artifacts and structures that reflect Japanese religious traditions.

Visitors can reach Bimyō-ji by walking 20 minutes from Otsu Station or taking a 10-minute walk from Kamisakaemachi Station on the Keihan line.

The temple's connection to the larger Onjo-ji Temple complex creates an integrated religious landscape that spans multiple locations throughout the Ōtsu region.

Location: Otsu

Inception: 994

Founders: Keiso

GPS coordinates: 35.01103,135.85308

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06

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