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Chion-in Temple

Address:
Kyoto, Kansai, Japan

Category: Shrine or Temple

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Kyoto Map

Chion-in Temple is the head temple for the Buddhist sect of Jodo Shu (Pure Land) and was established by Honen in 1234. Chion-in Temple is located within a large compound which today is located within Maruyama Park in Kyoto. Chion-in Temple features the largest surviving Sanmon (gate) in Japan which was built in 1619 and is a National Treasure. Most other buildings were rebuilt under the orders of Tokugawa Iemitsu after being destroyed by fire in 1633.