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Ninna-ji TempleNinna-ji Temple is the head temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism, founded in 888. After flourishing in the Kamakura period (1185-1333), most of the temple was destroyed by fire during the Onin War (1467-1568), but was rebuilt in 1634 with the support of Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu.
The precincts of the temple are lined with historical buildings erected in the Edo period, including a five-story pagoda and the Nioimon Gate. Since its founding, the temple has also housed many treasures, including the principal worship statue of Amida Sansonzon, Buddhist paintings, and artifacts.
Approximately a 16 minute train ride from JR Nijo Station.
Name Ninna-ji Temple Address 33 Omuro-Ouchi, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-8092 Tel 075-461-1155 URL https://ninnaji.jp/ アクセス Approximately a 16 minute train ride from JR Nijo Station.
