Church & Religious Site
Shoryakuji Temple
📍 Shoryakuji Temple, Nara, Japan
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Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Nara
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Open in daytime; may vary by season
- Ticket Price
- Admission may be charged; confirm on site
- Address
- Shoryakuji Temple, Nara, Japan
- Coordinates
- 34.6900, 135.8500
Introduction
Shoryakuji stands in Bodaisen-cho, Nara, and is the head temple of the Bodaisan Shingon school. It is said to have been founded by the priest Kenjun in 992 on the order of Emperor Ichijo, and is known as the birthplace of Japanese sake, with sake brewed here each year drawing attention. The temple is famous for its autumn maples, and its mountain stream and old trees have earned it the name 'Nishiki-no-Sato'; it is a quiet, natural old temple in eastern Nara, good for a calm visit and for autumn-leaf viewing.
✨ Highlights
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Birthplace of Sake
Known as the birthplace of Japanese sake; sake is still brewed at the temple.
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Founded by Kenjun
Said to have been founded by the priest Kenjun in the late 10th century on the emperor's order.
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Bodaisan Head Temple
The head temple of the Bodaisan Shingon school, with lush old trees in the hills.
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Autumn Maples
Maples fill the mountain in autumn, earning the temple the name 'Nishiki-no-Sato'.
🛈 Practical Info
→Time needed：About 1 hour
→Best season：Autumn (maples)
→Opening Hours：Open in daytime; may vary by season
→Ticket Information：Admission may be charged; confirm on site
→Transportation：By car or bus from central Nara
💡 Tips
• Autumn is busy for maples; go early or off-peak.
• The mountain paths are quiet; wear comfortable walking shoes.
• The temple sells sake; check the rules before carrying it home.
• Combine with other old temples in eastern Nara.
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Shoryakuji Temple?
Open in daytime; may vary by season
How much is the admission for Shoryakuji Temple?
Admission may be charged; confirm on site
Any practical tips for visiting Shoryakuji Temple?
Autumn is busy for maples; go early or off-peak. The mountain paths are quiet; wear comfortable walking shoes.
How long should I spend at Shoryakuji Temple?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
