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Kōzan-Ji.

Kyoto Japan 35° N · 135° E
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Kōzan-ji (高山寺), nestled in the tranquil forested hills of northwestern Kyoto, stands as a remarkable testament to Japan’s rich cultural, spiritual, and…

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Kōzan-Ji
Kōzan-Ji · Kyoto
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Portrait of Konoe Kanetsune, a Japanese historical figure
Portrait of Konoe Kanetsune, a notable Japanese historical figure from the Kamakura period.
Statue of Yakushi Nyorai Buddha at Kozanji Temple in Kyoto
Detailed image of the Yakushi Nyorai statue located at Kozanji Temple in Kyoto, preserved at the Kyoto National Museum

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