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Dan Tanda
"⭐️ Featured in my Kyoto Tours videos. Hokan-ji Temple is also known as Yasaka-no-to (Yasaka Pagoda). Built by the Imperial Prince Shotoku in 589, the pagoda is said to have been inspired by a dream. It is a 46-meter tall pagoda which lies in the middle of an old Kyoto neighbourhood, between Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka-jinja Shrine. You have likely seen this pagoda appear in many photos representing "Kyoto". Visitors are allowed inside the tower to view the architecture, statues, and fading paintings. Entrance fees: 400 yen (Children under 12 not allowed in the pagoda) "
Alessio Cavallino
"It is one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks. This five-story pagoda stands gracefully in the Higashiyama district, offering a stunning backdrop to the traditional streets of Kyoto. Visitors can admire its beautiful architecture from the outside or climb up for a panoramic view of the city. The pagoda is especially picturesque at sunrise or sunset, but it is also a must-see during winter, with the falling snow (we were so lucky)."
Ashley Dowiak
"Step back in time in Kyoto’s Gion District, where traditional wooden machiya houses line the streets and you might catch a glimpse of a geisha on her way to an evening appointment. Known for its historic teahouses, Gion embodies the elegance and charm of Japan’s cultural heritage. Check out the Hokan-ji Temple for even more breathtaking views of the city. "

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