Abe Monju-in

Abe Monju-in Temple is the birthplace of Abe no Seimei and displays ancient documents related to Onmyodo and a statue of Abe no Seimei. Abe no Seimei is known as the founder of Onmyodo and is said to have used curse divination to quell epidemics. In the spring, the temple holds a treasure exhibition where the statue of Abe no Seimei and ancient documents related to Onmyodo are displayed. The temple is also famous as a site for astronomical observation, and from the observation deck, you can see the blooming cherry blossoms on the temple grounds. Visiting Abe Monju-in Temple allows you to touch upon the secrets of Abe no Seimei and Onmyodo.

Abe Monju-in Temple is located to the east of the site of the Fujiwara Palace, where you can enjoy a feast of cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers. In spring, the cherry trees in the precincts also bloom beautifully, and you can take a stroll along the cherry blossom-lined path. It is also one of the famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Nara Prefecture, and you can enjoy the view of the leafy cherry trees in the precincts from the observation deck. Special visits are also held in spring, allowing you to visit the temple while enjoying the cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers. There are also many cherry blossom spots and rapeseed flower fields around Abe Monju-in Temple, where you can enjoy beautiful scenery in spring.

Abemoto-in Temple is one of the Nara Yamato Four Temples Pilgrimage, and from April 1st to June 30th, a special spring visit is held. The Nara Yamato Four Temples Pilgrimage is a religious journey that visits Hasedera Temple, Muroji Temple, Okadera Temple, and Abemoto-in Temple, and is loved by many visitors. In addition to special visits, Abemoto-in Temple also offers special exhibitions and special visits, where you can see valuable cultural assets and Buddhist statues. You can also enjoy Nara's tourist spots and gourmet food, so when planning a trip to Nara, be sure to visit Abemoto-in Temple.

Abe Monjuin is the remains of a temple believed to have been built during the Asuka period and was also the base of the Abe clan. There are many ruins and historical sites from the Asuka period in the surrounding area, making it a recommended spot for history enthusiasts. In addition, there are also the Kaibukiyama Castle ruins and the Heijo Palace ruins in the vicinity of Abe Monjuin, where you can feel the history and culture of Nara Prefecture. Abe Monjuin itself is designated as a national treasure, and you can see beautiful sculptures and decorations.

There are many tourist spots around Abe Monju-in. For example, historical ruins and landmarks such as the Fujiwara Palace Site and the Heijo Palace Site are scattered throughout the area. There are also facilities related to the Asuka period, such as the "Asuka Museum" and the "Asuka Period Village". Furthermore, famous tourist spots in Nara Prefecture such as "Kashihara Shrine", "Horyu-ji Temple", and "Todai-ji Temple" are also nearby. When visiting Abe Monju-in, why not enjoy the surrounding tourist spots as well?