Sacred hall housing 'eternal flame' in Japan destroyed by fire
The temple has moved the flame to a different location and authorities said the fire may have been caused by it, according to Japan Times.
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The temple has moved the flame to a different location and authorities said the fire may have been caused by it, according to Japan Times.
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