NARA
History and Traditional Culture
Gangoji Temple
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Gangoji Temple originated as Asukadera Temple (Hoko-ji Temple), the first authentic temple in Japan, before being moved and rebuilt on its current site as part of the ancient capital of Heijo-kyo. Its Gokuraku-do Hall (Main Hall) and the Zen Room are designated as National Treasures, as is the five-storied pagoda in the Horinkan Hall—a site not to be missed. With flowers blooming year-round, the scenery of the temple can be enjoyed in all four seasons. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
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Gangoji Temple
NARA
| Access | From Kintetsu Kintetsu-Nara Station (A28), walk approx. 15 minutes. |
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| Address | 11 Chuin-cho, Nara-shi, Nara |
| WEB | https://gangoji-tera.or.jp/en/ |
Unlimited Ride Tickets
KINTETSU RAIL PASS
Reasonably priced, convenient passes to Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Nagoya and Mie(Ise-Shima).
- 1,500yen
- 5,100yen
