Byakugo-ji Temple
Located on a hill at the western foot of Mt. Takamadoyama, the temple grounds overlook the city of Nara. There are various theories about its origin, with one saying that it was built on the site of the mountain villa of Prince Shiki, a son of Emperor Tenchi. It is said that it was rebuilt during the Kamakura period by Kosho Bodhisattva Eison, who restored many temples. After Dosho, a disciple of Eison, brought back a copy of the Sung version of the Issai-kyo from China, it was also called ``Issai-kyo Temple,'' and its principal statues include Buddha statues that are important cultural properties, such as the seated statue of Amida Tathagata and the seated statue of King Enma. Eight of them are kept in the treasure house. There is an old Goshiki camellia tree, a prefectural natural monument, on the grounds, and it is famous as one of Nara's three famous camellias. In addition, in autumn, the stone steps leading to the shrine are decorated with beautiful clover flowers. (Photo provided by Byakugoji Temple)
Detailed information
| Address | 392 byakugoji-cho, Nara 630-8302 |
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| Opening Hours | 9:00～17:00 |
| Closed day | none |
| Parking | Not available |
| Price | Adult: 500 yen University: 500 yen High school: 300 yen Junior high school: 300 yen Elementary school: 200 yen |
| Price (Group) | Adult: 450 yen University: 450 yen High school: 250 yen Junior high school: 250 yen Elementary school: 150 yen |
| Inquiry | 0742-26-3392 (Byakugoji Temple) FAX: 0742-27-6811 |
| Discount for Disabled Visitors | half |
| Senior Discount | Nara City Get half price if you bring your Nanamaru card (senior handbook) |
| Events | Enmamoude: January 16th 10:00~ Issaikyo Memorial Service/Flower Festival: April 8th 13:00~ Imperial Prince Shiki's Death: September Respect for the Aged Day 10: 30~ |
| Flower-Viewing | Goshiki camellia: Late March to early April Hagi: Mid-September to late September (part of the approach and precincts) Cold cherry blossoms (Kofukuzakura): Late October to early December, mid-to-late March Autumn leaves: November Late to early December |
| Access & Bus Stop | From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, get off at the city circulation bus "Takabatake-cho" and walk for about 20 minutes. Get off at the "Takabatake Jutaku" bus bound for Yamamura-cho/Fujiwaradai and walk about 15 minutes. Get off at the "Byakugoji" bus bound for Kitano/Shimizuma. , about 10 minutes walk (there are few buses) |