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Higashi Hongan-ji

東本願寺

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Also known as Higashi Honganji

One of two massive Jodo Shinshu head temples flanking Kyoto Station (the other is Nishi Hongan-ji). The main hall is one of the largest wooden structures in Japan. Central, walkable from the station — good filler when plans shift.

Type temple, historic
💡 Local tip
  • Ten minutes on foot from Kyoto Station — slot in as a filler when weather or crowds reroute your plan.
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烏丸通七条上る Tokiwacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8505, Japan Directions ↗