Jinraku-ji, Tawaramoto

Name: Jinraku-ji
Address: Tawaramoto, Japan

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Jinraku-ji is a Buddhist temple in the town of Tawaramoto, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is located in Tawaramoto near Kasanui Station. It was commissioned by Prince Shotoku in the 5th century and built by Hata no Kawakatsu. The Great Hall contains a Bodhisattva while outside there is also a Shinto shrine with a torii and a pond in the shape of a Chinese character. ()

Local name: 秦楽寺 Completed: V centuryCoordinates: 34°32'37"N, 135°47'35"E

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Nearby attractions include: Mount Amanokagu, Ōmiwa Shrine, The Museum, Mount Miminashi.

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Mountain
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