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Sanjusangendo TemplevsKoryu-ji Temple
Both are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Sanjusangendo Temple is the choice of most reviewers compared to Koryu-ji Temple. Sanjusangendo Temple comes in at 84 with endorsements from 4 sources such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Atlas Obscura.
Sanjusangendo Temple
Fodor's
Frommer's
Atlas Obscura
U.S. News & World Report
657 Sanjusangendo Mawaricho, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0941
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Fodor's "One of Kyoto's most awe-inspiring spectacles, this 400-foot-long hall holds 1,000 golden statues of the many-limbed Kannon." Full review
Frommer's "One of the most visually stunning sights I've seen in a Japanese temple." Full review
Atlas Obscura "1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"At nearly 400 feet, Sanjusangendo Hall is the longest wooden structure in Japan...recent travelers are consistently blown away by Sanjusangendo and its statues, calling it "amazing" and "thrilling"" Full review
Koryu-ji Temple Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Hachigaoka-cho, Uzumasa, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
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Fodor's "One of Kyoto's oldest temples, Koryu-ji was founded in 622 by Kawakatsu Hata in memory of Prince Shotoku (572–621)." Full review
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Be sure to enjoy the outdoor garden in back and try your hand at Japanese calligraphy in the annex.
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Dating back to 1165, Koryu-ji's kodo (sermon hall) is one of the oldest structures in Kyoto." Full review
