# Kōryū-ji

Kyoto, Japan

Said to be Kyoto's oldest temple, founded in 603 by the Hata clan leader Hata no Kawakatsu and linked to Prince Shotoku. It guards the Miroku Bosatsu, a serene wooden Maitreya that became Japan's very first designated National Treasure.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Kōryū-ji, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 35.0155, 135.70726

[City page](/cities/kyoto)

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