basic information

Rurikoji is a Buddhist temple in Yamaguchi City, best known for its beautiful five-storied pagoda. Built in 1442, the pagoda is justifiably ranked among Japan's three most beautiful. A small museum on the temple grounds displays pictures and models of the over fifty other five-storied pagodas found across Japan.

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how to get there

Rurikoji stands about three kilometers north of Yamaguchi Station.

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3rd of 5 most visited sights in Yamaguchi.
327th of 386 most visited sights nationwide.