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文化財保護 << 1967年(昭和42年) 11月1日 >> 8-4-64

Cultural Treasures Protection Week Issued on Nov. 1, 1967 (Showa42)

Cultural Treasures Protection Week Issued on Nov. 1, 1967 (Showa42) In Okinawa, various activities are being carried out for the purpose of promoting the protection of cultural properties of the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom. Even during the Okinawan rule, the protection of cultural properties was promoted by the Ryukyu People's Government. This time, "Enkakuji Hojobashi" was adopted as a stamp. The Hojyo Bridge is located in the precincts from the main gate of Enkakuji Temple. A small bridge over a pond leading to. It was built in 1498 (Syoshin21) during the time of King Shoshin. Reference: Free encyclopedia "Wikipedia" 2022.3