Description
After Emperor Heizei abdicated the throne, he turned this area into a secluded residence. His descendant, Ariwara no Narihira, inherited the land and started a temple here by enshrining a statue of Kannon that he carved himself. The site is home to designated important cultural properties including the statue of Kannon created by Narihira, a statue of the Five Great Myo-o, the main hall, and other structures. The temple grounds bloom with seasonal flowers such as carmellia and kadsura vine to commemorate Ariwara no Narihira.
Location Information
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- Address
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517, Horencho, Nara-shi, Nara, 630-8113
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- Nearest Station
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Shinomiya Station
・ Kintetsu-nara Line
14 minutes on foot
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- Phone Number
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0742-22-5278Available languagesonly in Japanese
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- Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm
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- Closed
- None
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