Shitenno-ji Temple
- Address:1-11-18 Shitennoji,Tennoji-ku, Osaka
- Hours:Open daily. Apr - Sept: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Oct - Mar: 8:30am - 4pm
- Admission:Main Temple - Adults: ¥ 300, Children (15yrs and under): Free. Treasure House: ¥ 200
Cultural Experience, Holy Place, Religious Experience, Temple
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One of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, Shitenno-ji Temple is entered through a huge stone tori gate dating back to 1294, the oldest in the country.
Raked-gravel grounds surround the temple, which was originally built in 593 AD by Prince Shotoku, who brought Buddhism to Japan.
A focus for Buddhists in Osaka and around the country, the temple has been reconstructed over the centuries but retains its original 6th century design. The complex includes a many-floored tower, pagoda, lecture hall and gate.
Many Buddhist festivals and activities are held at the temple during the year.
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Incredible tour with a great tour guide that was able to bring the history of Osaka alive. We would recommend this tour to anyone that is going to Osaka. Very well organized and extremely good value, well worth the money.
Laura, Toronto Canada
A recommended walking tour by a knowledgeable tour guide. Tour guide went out of his way to show us which subway line to take back to our hotel.
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Practical Info
The temple is in the south of the city near Tenno-ji Park. The closest station is Shitennoji-mae.
