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Remains of an Ancient Cafeteria Belonging to a Buddhist Temple May Have Been Discovered

Remains of an Ancient Cafeteria Belonging to a Buddhist Temple May Have Been Discovered

Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery at the Yamashiro Kokubunji Temple site. They believe they have found one of the largest ancient cafeterias from the Nara Period (710-784). The Kyoto Prefectural Board of Education announced these findings on February 4. This announcement highlights the historical significance of the site. Historical Context of Yamashiro Kokubunji Temple