Hoko-ji Temple
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A temple associated with Empress Komyo, housing numerous precious Buddhist statues and paintings, including a national treasure eleven-headed Kannon statue.
Highlights
- National Treasure Eleven-headed Kannon Statue
- Temple associated with Empress Komyo
- Beautiful Gardens
- Camellias in full bloom in spring
- Bush clover in full bloom in autumn
Basic Information
- Address
- 392 Hakujyoji-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nara
- Access
- Take the city loop bus from JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station to "Takabatake-cho," then walk for about 20 minutes. Alternatively, take the bus bound for Yamamura-cho/Fujiwara-dai to "Takabatake Housing," and walk for about 15 minutes. You can also take the bus bound for Kitano/Gesu-ma to "Hakujyo-ji," followed by a 10-minute walk (infrequent service). Show route
- Op.Hours
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Cld.Days
- None
- Fee
- Adult: ¥500 University student: ¥500 High school student: ¥300 Middle school student: ¥300 Elementary school student: ¥200
- INFO
- Group discounts available. Half-price discount for people with disabilities. Senior discount (half-price) available with presentation of the Nara City Nana Maru Card (or equivalent senior citizen's ID).
Overview
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