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The Shiba or Zojoji temple is testament to Japan's days of religious splendor
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The Shiba Temple was founded in the 14th century as the chief temple of the Jodo sect in Kanto (eastern Japan). This temple is popular for its striking red pillars. The Zojoji temple moved to its present site in the 16th century when the reigning Shogun claimed it as his family's temple. The Shiba Temple was founded in the 14th century as the chief temple of the Jodo sect in Kanto (eastern Japan). This temple is popular for its striking red pillars. The Zojoji temple moved to its present site in the 16th century when the reigning Shogun claimed it as his family's temple. |
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