Introduction of Attractions
World Heritage Site Gangoji Temple
One of Japan's oldest temples, it is an important center of Buddhist culture and is home to beautiful gardens and historical buildings.
Gangoji Temple was founded in 718 as one of the Seven Great Temples of Heijo, along with the relocation of the capital to Heijo-kyo, and was formerly Hoko-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Japan. As a medieval temple, a section of the monks' quarters was rebuilt as a training hall, and it remains a national treasure to this day. In 1998, it was registered as a World Heritage Site as one of the cultural assets of the ancient capital of Nara.
This pass cannot be used during the autumn special exhibition.
* October 25, 2025 (Sat) - November 16, 2025 (Sun)
More Information
- Facility name
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World Heritage Site Gangoji Temple
- location
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11 Nakaincho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
- contact address
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0742-23-1377
- Official URL
- access
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15-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station
20-minute walk from JR Nara Station
5-minute walk from Nara Kotsu Bus Fukuchiin-cho stop
5-minute walk from Tanakamachi bus stop
- Opening hours
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
(However, entry to the mountain is permitted until 4:30 pm.)
- Regular Holiday
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none
- Admission fee
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Adults: 700 yen
- Other fees
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none
- Parking fee
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none
- others
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Cannot be used during the Autumn Special Exhibition (usually from late October to mid-November)
Please use the East Gate Parking Lot. Free parking for up to 10 cars.
Eating and drinking are prohibited within the temple grounds