Myōryū-ji
妙立寺
temple in
Kanazawa
#2 in Kanazawa
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#126 in Japan
Myōryū-ji, commonly referred to as the "Ninja Temple," is located in Kanazawa, Japan. Despite its nickname, the temple has no historical connections with ninjas. Instead, it earned this moniker due to its complex architecture designed to thwart intruders. Built during the Edo period by the Maeda clan, the temple features a maze of hidden rooms, secret staircases, and deceptive corridors. These architectural features were intended to protect the clan and provide a safe haven in times of attack.
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