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Review:
Byodo-in is a Buddhist temple in Kyoto Prefecture. A serene pond surrounds the main building, Phoenix Hall, whose name comes from the phoenixes perched on the roof and the building’s resemblance to a bird with its wings extended. The temple’s gardens have been recognized by the Japanese government as an Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty. An on-site museum displays Buddhist art and other national treasures. After visiting the temple’s historical buildings and grounds, visitors can stop by the Byodoin Tea Salon TOKA for a cup of Uji green tea created by certified Japanese tea instructors and brewed from locally-grown leaves.
116 Uji Renge, Uji, Kyoto, Japan, Phone: +81-774-21-28-61
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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