Buddhist Altars & Fittings
Kyoto Buddhist Altars
京仏壇
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Masterfully crafted Buddhist household altars from Kyoto, combining lacquer, gold leaf, and intricate metalwork. Produced by teams of specialized artisans, they are considered the pinnacle of Japanese altar craft.
| Japanese Name | 京仏壇 |
|---|---|
| Category | Buddhist Altars & Fittings |
| Prefecture | 京都 |
| Region / Area | 京都市、宇治市、亀岡市、城陽市、向日市、長岡京市、木津川市、南丹市 |
| Main Products | 仏壇 |
| Designated | 昭和51年2月26日 |