Introduction of Attractions
Okadera Temple
A sacred place where you can experience Buddhist culture and history along with beautiful mountain scenery
Built in Asuka, this temple has a history spanning over 1,300 years. It is the seventh temple on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, the oldest pilgrimage route in Japan. It is also the first sacred place in Japan to ward off evil spirits, attracting many believers. The principal image is a clay statue of Nyoirin Kannon Bodhisattva, the largest clay statue in Japan. It is a temple of prayer and pilgrimage, with the grounds bustling with worshippers and pilgrims seeking protection from evil spirits throughout the year.
*Free parking is available, but the roads are very narrow, so if you are not accustomed to driving, please use the paid parking lots nearby.
* Okadera Temple Monzen Parking Lot is a privately run paid parking lot.
More Information
- Facility name
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Seventh of the Seven Kingdoms Okadera Temple
- location
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806 Oka, Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture
- contact address
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0744-54-2007
- Official URL
- access
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Nearest station: Kintetsu Kashiharajingu-mae Station
From the east exit of Kintetsu Kashiharajingu-mae Station, take the Nara Kotsu bus to Okadera Temple-mae, then walk for about 10 minutes.
Or take a taxi from Kashiharajingu-mae Station. Parking space is available at Okadera Temple.
・From Osaka
Kinki Expressway - Hanwa Expressway Mihara JCT - Minami-Hanna Road - Yamatotakada Bypass - National Route 169 towards Asuka Village and Yoshino - Approx. 15 minutes from the exit of Yamatotakada BypassOn the Nishi-Meihan Expressway, exit at Koriyama Interchange and head south on National Route 24 towards Asuka Village (approximately 30-40 minutes from Koriyama Interchange).
Exit at Tenri Interchange and head south on National Route 169 towards Asuka Village (approximately 30-40 minutes from Tenri Interchange)
- Opening hours
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8:30-17:00 (December-February 8:30-16:30)
- Regular Holiday
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none
- Admission fee
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・General admission: 400 yen
*Entrance fees will be revised from April 1, 2025
・General admission: 500 yen - Other fees
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none
- Parking fee
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Please check other
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Public worship period in the main hall: April to December every year
* Okadera Temple can be visited all year round.
*Between January and March, the main hall is closed to the public due to rituals being held to ward off evil spirits.
*Even between April and December, there may be times when we ask that you refrain from visiting the main hall for memorial services, events, etc.*Parking space available at Okadera Temple.
The approach to the parking space is a very narrow road that makes it difficult to pass through in two directions, so if you are visiting by car for the first time or are not used to driving, please consider using a nearby private parking lot.*The parking lot called "Okadera Temple Monzen Parking Lot" is a privately operated parking lot.
Please understand that Okadera Temple is not involved in the operation of Okadera Temple parking lot, and therefore cannot respond to any comments or inquiries regarding private parking lots.