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Sacred hall housing 'eternal flame' in Japan destroyed by fire
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Sacred hall housing 'eternal flame' in Japan destroyed by fire

BBC World · May 21, 2026, 8:38 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

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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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