Temple · Sakurai

Hasedera Temple (Nara) 長谷寺

Mountain-side head temple of the Buzan Shingon school in Sakurai, known for its 399-step covered corridor, huge Kannon statue and peony gardens.

Hours8:30-17:00 (Apr-Sep); 9:00-17:00 (Mar, Oct-Nov); 9:00-16:30 (Dec-Feb)

PriceAdult: ¥500
Elementary school student: ¥250

Getting thereKintetsu Hasedera Station, about 20 min walk

Time needed1-2 hours

Best timeLate April (peonies); mid-late November (autumn leaves)

Address731-1 Hase, Sakurai, Nara 633-0112

Websitehasedera.or.jp

About

Hasedera was founded in 686 and spreads over a wooded hillside above an old temple town. A long roofed staircase lined with lanterns climbs to the main hall, a National Treasure built on a stage with views across the valley. It is famous for peonies in late April, hydrangeas, and autumn leaves.

Highlights

Nobori-ro covered corridor with 399 steps and hanging lanterns
Main hall stage with valley views (National Treasure)
Over 10 m wooden Eleven-faced Kannon
Peonies in late April, autumn maples

Tips

Expect a steep climb; wear good shoes
From Kintetsu Hasedera Station it is a 20+ min walk downhill then up
Temple town shops sell kusa mochi along the approach

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