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October 27, 2019
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The Nishi Honganji Temple is the older of the two twin temples of Honganji. It was built in 1591 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi after the destruction of the former main temple in Osaka.
"Nishi Honganji" is the main temple of the Honganji faction of the Jodo-Shin sect, with over 10,000 sub-temples across the country and 200 temples overseas.
"Nishi Honganji" is the main temple of the Honganji faction of the Jodo-Shin sect, with over 10,000 sub-temples across the country and 200 temples overseas.
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October 31, 2025
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Nishi Hongan-ji Temple is the grand head temple of the Jodo Shinshu (True Pure Land) school of Buddhism and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kyoto. It is renowned for …
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22.3km
06:04
300m
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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01:20
20m
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