Temple · Nara (Akishino)
Akishinodera Temple 秋篠寺
Quiet temple in northwestern Nara with a Kamakura-period main hall (National Treasure) and the graceful Gigeiten statue, goddess of the arts.
Getting thereKintetsu Heijo Station, 12 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeRainy season for moss
Address757 Akishinocho, Nara, Nara
About
Akishinodera was founded in 776 at the wish of Emperor Konin. Its main hall is a National Treasure, and inside the Gigeiten figure, with a Nara-period head and Kamakura-period body, is beloved by artists. The approach passes through a moss garden under tall trees.
Highlights
- Main hall (National Treasure)
- Gigeiten statue (Important Cultural Property)
- Moss garden
- Daigensui Myoo shown on June 6
Tips
- Bus from Yamato-Saidaiji Station to Akishinodera stop
- Or 12 min walk from Kintetsu Heijo Station
- Quiet, rarely crowded
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