Horyuji latest Nara temple to raise admission fees
One of Japan's most famous Buddhist temples plans to raise its admission fees to cover the growing costs of management and ...
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Panel: Horyuji temple’s murals move closer to public display
IKARUGA, Nara Prefecture—Japan’s oldest Buddhist paintings moved a step forward to their first public display since they were badly damaged in a 1949 fire at Horyuji temple here. But it could ...
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Horyuji temple murals scorched in 1949 fire to go on special view
IKARUGA, Nara Prefecture--A lucky few will get an exclusive viewing of fire-damaged murals that are set to go on limited display at Horyuji temple here. The murals are called one of Asia's most ...
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WATCH: Buddha statues at Horyuji Temple in Japan receive annual cleaning
The Buddha statues at Horyuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the ancient capital of Nara in western Japan, have received their annual year-end cleaning. Ten monks entered the temple's ...
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These Artisans Will Have You Rethinking the Art of the "Handmade Gift"
Finding inspiration in the 1,300-year-old five storied pagoda at the Horyuji temple in Japan, which withstands earthquakes in part because it's made with fitted joints in lieu of nails, Kamiya ...