Enjo-ji Temple
It is one of the most famous temples on the Yagyu Kaido Road, and the main hall is Muromachi architecture in the Amida-do style of the Fujiwara period. The statue of Dainichi Nyorai (a national treasure) inscribed by the great Buddha sculptor Unkei in his youth is enshrined in the Sooden. In addition, Chinju Kasuga-do and Hakusan-do (national treasures) are the oldest Kasuga-zukuri shrines in Japan. Enjoji Garden (scenic spot) is a famous Jodo-style boating garden from the Fujiwara period.
Detailed information
| Address | 1273 Ninnikusen-cho, Nara 630-1244 |
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| Opening Hours | 9:00～17:00 |
| Parking | 15 regular cars, 3 buses |
| Price | adult:500circleJunior and senior high school students:400circleElementary school students:100circle |
| Price (Group) | Adults: 450 yen Junior high/high school students: 350 yen Elementary school students: 100 yen *Group rates apply for 30 or more people |
| Inquiry | 0742-93-0353 (Enjoji Temple) FAX: 0742-93-0357 |
| Discount for Disabled Visitors | If you have a notebook (in person), half price 250 yen |
| Senior Discount | none |
| Events | Fudoson Goma memorial service at Goma-do from 10am on the 28th of every month |
| Flower-Viewing | Azaleas: 30 from April to May Bellflowers: 50 from July to August Hagi: 20 from August to September Maple: Many from October to November |
| National Treasures | Enjoji Kasugado, Hakusando, Dainichi Nyorai Seated Statue |
| Access & Bus Stop | From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, take the bus bound for Yagyu/Ochi Nakamura (33 minutes) and get off at "Ninnikusen". |