Fukuyama Tourist Information
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Bingo Ankokuji-Temple
Founded in the 1270s (during the Kamakura era), and later renamed “Ankokuji” by Takauji Ashikaga in the South and North Courts period of the late 14th century. Shakado (Buddha Hall), the wooden statues of Amida Nyorai Triad, and the wooden statue of a seated priest, Hoto Kokushi, in the hall are designated national important cultural properties.
| Address : | 990-1 Ushiroji, Tomocho, Fukuyama-city, Hiroshima-pref. 720-0202 |
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| Transportation : | Take a bus bound for "Tomoko" from JR Fukuyama station to the “Ankokuji” bus stop. Approximately 3-minute walk toward the mountain side on foot from the bus stop. |
| Period : | 8：00 - 17：00 |
| Regular Holiday : | Closed on an irregular base |
| Fare : | Admission: 150 yen for adults, 100 yen for students |
| Parking : | Available. |
| TEL : | (084)982-3207 |
Fukuyama City Tourism Association Inc.1-35, Hon-machi, Fukuyama-city, Hiroshima Prefecture, 720-0056 Tel: (084)926-2649 Fax: (084)926-0664
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