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Rurikoji Temple Five-Story Pagoda
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Rurikoji Temple Five-Story Pagoda

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Rurikoji Temple Five-Story Pagoda

瑠璃光寺五重塔

4.4Est. 90Yamaguchi, Chugoku

Overview

1442 National Treasure pagoda ranked among Japan's three finest, in the 'Kyoto of the West.'

One of Japan's three greatest pagodas alongside Horyuji and Daigoji, this 31-meter National Treasure was built in 1442 with cypress bark roofs held by bamboo nails. Set in Kozan Park with a reflecting pond, the pagoda is particularly photogenic at night when illuminated, or in spring surrounded by cherry blossoms. Yamaguchi was once called the 'Kyoto of the West.'

Practical info

Japanese name
瑠璃光寺五重塔
Nearest station
Yamaguchi Station (20 min walk)
Payment
Cash only
Reservations
not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom
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