Daiichiji Daigokuden(Former Imperial Audience Hall)
Daigokuden was Heijo Palace's largest palace and was used for the country's most important ceremonies, such as the Emperor's coronation and meetings with foreign envoys. The current building, which was restored in 2010, is approximately 44m in front, 20m in side, and 27m in height from the ground. You can also take a look inside, including the Emperor's throne, Takamikura, and the painted small walls. The vast area, which includes theC, is approximately 320 meters north to south and approximately 180 meters east to west, and is being systematically developed as the First Daigokuden, which was the central facility of Heijo Palace. The Tsukiji Corridor, Daigokumon (South Gate), and East and West Towers that surround Daigokuden will also be restored over a long period of time while the construction sites are open to the public, and will be gradually opened to the public. *Restoration of Daigokumon (South Gate) will be completed in March 2022 (Reiwa 4)
Detailed information
| Address | Saki-cho, Nara City |
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| Opening Hours | 9:00-16:30 (Admission until 16:00) |
| Closed day | Mondays (the next day if Monday is a holiday), New Year holidays (12/29-1/3) |
| Parking | *The number is limited. We recommend using public transportation when going out. |
| Price | free |
| Price (Group) | free |
| Inquiry | 0742-32-5106 (Agency for Cultural Affairs Heijo Palace Ruins Management Office) |
| Access & Bus Stop |
(To the first Daigoku-den)
From Kintetsu Yamato Saidaiji Station, walk about 10 minutes.
From JR Nara Station West Exit or Kintetsu Yamato Saidaiji Station, take the Nara Kotsu Bus to “Saki-cho, Daigoku-den”.
(To Suzakumon Gate)
From the South Exit of Kintetsu Yamato Saidaiji Station, take the Gurutto Bus to “Suzakumon Hiroba” bus stop.
From Kintetsu Nara Station, take the Gurutto Bus and get off at “Suzakumon Hiroba-mae” bus stop.
From JR Nara Station West Exit or Kintetsu Nara Station, take Nara Kotsu Bus and get off at “Suzakumon Hiroba-mae” bus stop.
JR Nara Station Bus Terminal Wast Gate Bus Stop No.⑬⑮
Kintetsu Nara Station Bus Terminal Bus Stop No.⑪⑬
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