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Sight in Kyoto
Nishi Honganji
Nishi Hongan-ji is a temple of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji sect of Buddhism.
Ryukoku Museum
- Museums & Exhibitions
Details
- Address
- 西中筋通正面下る丸屋町117
- Phone
- +81 75-351-2500
- Website
- View website
- Open Hours
- 1-12: Tue-Sun: - 10:00-17:00
About this sight
Located in Kyoto, this museum features a large collection of Buddhist artifacts. It takes into account to birth of the religion in India, its spread into Asia and its development in Japan. While permanent exhibits are focused on the trace of birth and the spread of Buddhism, special exhibits relating to other aspects of Buddhist are held occasionally at the museum as well. The museum schedule varies from time to time, in the case of special exhibitions, which visitors can check online before visiting.
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