Yasaka-no-to Pagoda
The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda, also known as Hokan-ji Temple, is a pagoda in Kyoto, Japan.[1] Located in Kyoto's Higashiyama-ku Ward, the 5-story tall pagoda is a 15th-century addition to a 6th-century temple complex known as Hokan-ji Temple.[2][3] The pagoda is a popular tourist attraction.[4]
| Yasaka-no-to Pagoda | |
|---|---|
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Zen Buddhism |
| District | Higashiyama-ku |
| Prefecture | Kyoto Prefecture |
| Status | open |
| Location | |
| Location | Kyoto City |
| Country | Japan |
| Prefecture | Kyoto Prefecture |
References
- Oevermann, Heike; Gantner, Eszter (2019-08-08). Securing Urban Heritage: Agents, Access, and Securitization. Routledge. ISBN 978-0-429-62435-3.
- "Hokan-ji Temple". Kyoto City Official Travel Guide. Retrieved 2020-05-25.
- "Yasaka-no-to Pagoda". Inside Kyoto. Retrieved 2020-05-25.
- Jenkins, Mark. "Why your next vacation should be in Japan". Washington Post. Retrieved 2020-05-25.
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