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Byodo-in

平等院

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Also known as Byodoin Temple, Phoenix Hall

The Phoenix Hall you already recognize — it's on the back of the Japanese 10 yen coin and the face of the 10,000 yen note. 11th-century Heian-period temple sitting on a reflecting pond. Pair it with a matcha tasting in Uji proper and you've got a perfect half-day.

Type temple, historic, iconic landmark
💡 Local tip
  • Hold a 10-yen coin up next to the Phoenix Hall for the obvious joke photo.
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Renge-116 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan Directions ↗