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Akishino-dera

8th-century Buddhist temples8th-century establishments in JapanBuddhist temples in Nara, NaraNational Treasures of JapanReligious buildings and structures completed in 780
Temples of Bhaiṣajyaguru
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Akishino-dera (秋篠寺) is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. Founded in the eighth century, its Kamakura-period Hondō is a National Treasure.

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nara-seika line, Nara

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秋篠寺

nara-seika line
631-0821 Nara
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