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Nishi Hongan-ji Temple 西本願寺

Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Head temple of Honganji-ha school.

Location	Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto (下京区京都府)
Coordinates	34.99205, 135.75161 · Open in Google Maps
Type	Temple garden
Cultural property	Special Place of Scenic Beauty, Historic Site of Japan, National Treasure of Japan, Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Established	1591
Official website	https://www.hongwanji.kyoto/

Planning a visit? Admission, opening hours and seasonal events are announced on the garden's official website — please check there before you go.

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