Introduction of Attractions
Saidaiji Temple
A Kamakura Buddhist temple that inherits Nara Buddhism and preaches esoteric Buddhism and precepts
Founded in 765 by imperial decree of Emperor Shotoku, the Saidai-ji Temple is one of the Seven Greeat Temples of Nara. During the Kamakura Period, it was rebuilt as the main training center for Shingon Buddhism for promotion of law and benefit of the people. The temple shelters many cultural assets.
*An additional fee of 300 JPY is required for admission to the Shuhokan Pavillion
*Parking fee is paid separately.
More Information
- Facility name
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Saidaiji Temple
- location
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1-1-5 Saidai-ji, Shiba-cho, Nara-shi
- contact address
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0742-45-4700
- Official URL
- access
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5-minute walk from Kintetsu Saidai-ji Temple Station
- Opening hours
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (ticket office until 4:00 PM)
- Regular Holiday
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None
- Admission fee
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800 yen (Main Hall, Shio-do Hall, Aizen-do Hall, ;ll three halls open to public)
- Other fees
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Shuhokan Pavillion: Additional: 300 yen extra
*Open three times a year
*Open three periods/year (Open: 1/15-2/4, 4/20-5/10, 10/25-11/15) - Parking fee
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Regular Car: 300 yen per hour
*200 yen per hour thereafter
- others
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* Visitor reception is located in the Main Hall.