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Shitennoji Temple, Osaka #93993158
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Âji& x29; is one of Japan& x27;s oldestÃÂ templesÃÂ and the first ever to be built by the state. It was founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku, who supported the introduction ofÃÂ BuddhismÃÂ into Japan. Although the temple& x27;s buildings burned down several times throughout the centuries, they were always carefully reconstructed to reflect the original 6th century design.