Kairyuoji Temple
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Nara
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- About 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Daily 9:00-16:30 · 17:00 on special openings
- Ticket Price
- Adult: 500 yen · Child: 200 yen (12-17) / 100 yen (6-11) · 600 yen on special openings
- Address
- 897 Hokkeji-kitamachi, Nara, Japan
- Coordinates
- 34.6926, 135.8056
Introduction
Kairyuo-ji was founded in 731 at the wish of Empress Komyo by the priest Genbo, who prayed for the safety of envoys sailing to Tang China; standing at the northeast corner of the empress's palace it is also called Sumi-dera. The Saido hall houses the 4.01 m five-storey miniature pagoda — a National Treasure designated as a building in 1951, Japan's smallest — while the main hall keeps a Kamakura-era Eleven-headed Kannon by the Kei school.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9:00-16:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00-16:30 |
| Wednesday | 9:00-16:30 |
| Thursday | 9:00-16:30 |
| Friday | 9:00-16:30 |
| Saturday | 9:00-16:30 |
| Sunday | 9:00-16:30 |
17:00 on special openings
Ticket Information
| Adult | 500 yen |
|---|---|
| Child | 200 yen (12-17) / 100 yen (6-11) |
600 yen on special openings
Transportation
14-min bus from JR Nara Sta. to Hokkeji
15-min walk from Shin-Omiya Sta.
Near Hokke-ji and Heijo Palace site
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Kairyuoji Temple?
Monday: 9:00-16:30; Tuesday: 9:00-16:30; Wednesday: 9:00-16:30; Thursday: 9:00-16:30; Friday: 9:00-16:30; Saturday: 9:00-16:30; Sunday: 9:00-16:30; 17:00 on special openings
How much is the admission for Kairyuoji Temple?
Adult: 500 yen; Child: 200 yen (12-17) / 100 yen (6-11); 600 yen on special openings
How long should I spend at Kairyuoji Temple?
A typical visit takes About 1 hour.
How do I get to Kairyuoji Temple?
Bus: 14-min bus from JR Nara Sta. to Hokkeji; train: 15-min walk from Shin-Omiya Sta.
