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On September 1, 2026, a fire destroyed the main hall of Seianji Temple in the Atsu area of Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The temple is said to have been founded in 931. Police received reports around 10:40 a.m. Firefighters responded to intense flames and smoke. No injuries were reported. Police and fire authorities are investigating the cause.
Key facts
- Date
- Sep 1, 2026
- Time
- around 10:40 a.m.
- Founded
- 931
- Location
- Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi
- Casualties
- 0 deaths, 0 injuries
- Damage
- Main hall destroyed
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Fire at Seianji Temple main hall, September 1, 2026
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Sources
NHK
Sanyo-Onoda: Seianji Temple, founded in 931, destroyed by fire; no injuriesSep 1, 2026 · ja
TBS NEWS DIG
Fire at Seianji Temple in Sanyo-Onoda; main hall appears fully destroyedSep 1, 2026 · ja