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Hōryū-ji

法隆寺

Documentary
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1958-01-01
23m
JA
Released
Iwanami Productions

About

This celebrated documentary, filmed in colour, depicts one of the most famous of all Japanese temples. Horyu-ji, in the small town of Ikaruga outside Japan’s ancient capital of Nara, was one of the first Buddhist places of worship established in Japan, and contains the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, dating from the seventh century.

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About Hōryū-ji

This celebrated documentary, filmed in colour, depicts one of the most famous of all Japanese temples. Horyu-ji, in the small town of Ikaruga outside Japan’s ancient capital of Nara, was one of the first Buddhist places of worship established in Japan, and contains the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, dating from the seventh century. Running 23 minutes.

Hōryū-ji Cast and Characters

The cast features Hiroshi Akutagawa (as Narrator (voice)). Their performances are a major reason Hōryū-ji has built such a passionate audience.

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How long is Hōryū-ji?

Hōryū-ji runs for 23 minutes (about 0.4 hour).

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Who is in the cast of Hōryū-ji?

The main cast includes Hiroshi Akutagawa.

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When was Hōryū-ji released?

Hōryū-ji was released in 1958.

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What is Hōryū-ji about?

Hōryū-ji is a Documentary film. This celebrated documentary, filmed in colour, depicts one of the most famous of all Japanese temples. Horyu-ji, in the small town of Ikaruga outside Japan’s ancient capital of Nara, was one of the first Buddhist places of worship established in Japan, and contains the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, dating from the seventh century.

When was Hōryū-ji released?

Hōryū-ji was released on January 1, 1958. It has a runtime of 23m. The film was produced by Iwanami Productions.

Who stars in Hōryū-ji?

Hōryū-ji stars Hiroshi Akutagawa. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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