Kita-in Temple

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Kita-in Temple is a historic temple in Kawagoe City that was founded in 830.

Many buildings, including the bell tower gate, have been designated as important cultural properties.

Gohyaku Arhat has 500 Arhat statues enshrined in its precincts, making it one of the largest in the world.

Jikeido is a hall where the image of Jikei Daishi is enshrined and is designated as an important cultural property.

It is about a 15 minute walk southeast from the Toki no Kane area.

[Admission fee]
Adult: 400 yen
Children (elementary and junior high school students): 200 yen

[business hours]
8:50-16:30 (varies depending on the day and time)

[regular holiday]
Irregular holidays (announced on official website)

Category: 川越｜history｜寺
Adress: 埼玉県川越市小仙波町１丁目２０−１
Official Website: http://www.kawagoe.com/kitain/
TEL: 049-222-0859

（Info may be outdated. Check official site or call for updates.）

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