Higashi Hongan-ji
東本願寺
temple in
Kyoto
#32 in Kyoto
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#193 in Japan
Higashi Hongan-ji, located in Kyoto, Japan, is one of the largest and most significant temples of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism. Founded in 1602 by the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, it was established as a counterpart to Nishi Hongan-ji, creating a distinct branch within the sect. The temple complex features vast wooden structures, including the enormous Founder's Hall (Goei-do) and the Amida Hall (Amida-do), both renowned for their architectural grandeur and historical significance.
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