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Enjō-ji, Buddhist temple in Kyōtango, Japan

The temple features a collection of traditional wooden structures, including a main hall and two shrines named Kasuga-do and Hakusan-do on its grounds.

The temple contains two important shrines constructed in 1228, reflecting architectural elements from both the Heian and Muromachi periods of Japanese history.

The temple holds religious ceremonies and maintains Buddhist practices, serving as a center for spiritual activities in the northern Kyoto Prefecture region.

Visitors can explore the temple grounds throughout the year and observe the traditional Japanese garden design with its central pond near the front gate.

The temple incorporates a specific style of pagoda called Tahoto within its complex, demonstrating classical Japanese Buddhist architectural principles.

Location: Kyotango

GPS coordinates: 35.65939,135.06914

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05

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