Sagano, Kyoto
二尊院
Nison-in, Sagano, Kyoto
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About this spot
The Avenue of Maples
Nison-in is a Sagano temple named for the two images it enshrines — Shaka, the historical Buddha, and Amida. Its long, maple-lined approach, the 'Momiji no Baba', is one of Kyoto's most beautiful temple avenues, glowing in autumn.
History & Culture
History & Culture
Two Buddhas
Shaka and Amida
Founded in the 9th century, the temple is named for its paired statues of Shakyamuni, who sends souls off, and Amida, who receives them in the Pure Land.
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Monzen Chojin-cho, Saga-Nison-in, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
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Daytime; hours vary by season
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