Workers salvage objects from arson-hit temple

Workers salvage objects from arson-hit temple

KYOTO, Japan - Construction workers at the historic Jakko-in Temple in Kyoto begin work Sept. 19 to salvage pillars and other items that survived an arson attack in May. The salvaged objects will be preserved and kept for historical research.

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