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Horyu-ji

奈良県

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Seido Taishi and Empress Suiko founded a Buddhist facility.

As one of the Buddhist buildings in the Horyu-ji area, which boasts many national treasures and important cultural properties, it has been registered as a World Cultural Heritage Site. It is said to be the world's oldest wooden structure. Why does it last so long with wood!? Please visit and feel the power of Horyu-ji.

Features & How to Enjoy

Classic History

Highlights

Point 1

The Majestic Five-Story Pagoda

The five-story pagoda at Horyuji Temple is approximately 32 meters tall and has a very powerful presence. Additionally, the beautiful carvings and decorations on the pagoda are noteworthy. Elaborate carvings depicting Buddhist teachings and mythological stories adorn the walls of the tower. Stepping inside the pagoda, one is enveloped in a serene and sacred atmosphere. Visitors can also see sculptures depicting the scene of Buddha's death. It's possible to feel a sense of inner peace while experiencing the faith of Buddhism.

Point 2

Convenient Access! Visit Horyuji Temple by Bus from Nara City

The nearest station to Horyuji Temple is Horyuji Station on the Yamato Line, which connects Kamo Station and Namba Station on the JR line. The temple grounds are about 1.5 kilometers away from Horyuji Station, and it takes about 20-30 minutes on foot, so it's recommended to use the bus to save time! The bus runs approximately every 20 minutes from 9am to around 4pm, and the fare is 190 yen. The bus stop is located just outside the "South Exit" of Horyuji Station, at bus stop number 2.

Point 3

Collect Temple Stamps with a Goshuincho! Goshuin at Horyu-ji Temple

Horyu-ji Temple is a recommended spot for those who collect goshuin stamps! As a temple with a connection to Prince Shotoku and famous as an Asuka period temple, many people visit Horyu-ji Temple to obtain its goshuin stamps. Goshuin stamps can be obtained by bringing a goshuincho (a notebook for collecting goshuin stamps) to the goshuin office in front of the main gate. Additionally, goshuincho can be purchased at souvenir shops around Horyu-ji Temple, so even those who haven't collected goshuin stamps before can start with a visit to Horyu-ji Temple.

Point 4

Check out Delicious Local Cuisine around Horyuji Temple

When visiting Horyuji Temple, be sure to stop by the nearby shops and enjoy Nara's local cuisine. In the vicinity of Horyuji Temple, there are shops selling Ikaruga's specialty "Tatsuta Age" and "Kakinoha Sushi". Especially at the traditional Nara confectionery shop "Nara Shouka", be sure to try the classic "Rahoutou" and the "Yamato Shibeshi" decorated with Tenpyo patterns. These sweets are perfect as souvenirs.

Point 5

The Majestic Atmosphere of the "Horyuji Temple Golden Hall"

Horyuji Temple has multiple historic buildings, but the most noteworthy is the "Horyuji Temple Golden Hall." Upon entering the hall, you will find numerous Buddha statues enshrined there. The Shaka Sanzon seated in the center is particularly impressive, with its elegant expression and posture. On either side, the Manjusri Bodhisattva and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva statues, which exude the elegance of the Asuka period, are seated, creating a majestic atmosphere throughout the entire hall.

History

The Temple with an Overwhelmingly Long History, Horyuji

Horyuji is an ancient temple known as a symbol of Japanese Buddhism, founded during the Asuka period of the Nara era, and was rebuilt during the Tenpyo era after being engulfed by fire. It is registered as a World Heritage Site, and the vast grounds are home to buildings adorned with intricate carvings and beautiful decorations. Among them, the most famous is the Horyuji Kondo, which is hailed as Japan's oldest wooden building. Sacred Buddhist statues such as the Shaka Sanzon sitting statue are enshrined there, and its magnificent appearance still attracts tourists from all over the world! Horyuji is an important presence as the source of Japan's Buddhist culture, and captivates visitors with the charm of ancient times.

Basic Information

	Address	1-1-1 Horyuji Sannai, Ikaruga-cho, Ikoma-gun, Nara 636-0115
	Business Hours	8:00～17:00
	TEL	0745-75-2555
	Web Site	http://www.horyuji.or.jp/

Average Review

4.5

5 Reviews

日本で初めて1993年(平成5年)に、ユネスコ世界文化遺産に登録された法隆寺(同じく姫路城も登録されました)、聖徳太子が亡くなったお父様の用明天皇のために607年建立、聖徳宗総本山、聖徳太子建立七大寺のひとつ。こちらの御朱印は聖徳太子の十七条の憲法「以和為貴」和を以て貴しと為すの漢文が書かれ、書き手の方が毎回説明して御朱印帳を手渡してくれます。拝観料は一般1500円と数字だけを聞くと高いと思われるかもしれませんが、東西伽藍と大宝蔵院を共通拝観が出来、国宝の木造建築群や貴重な飛鳥文化満載の仏像群に逢え心躍りお得ですよね。参道の松並木を通り南大門(国宝)から境内を入り、中心となる西院伽藍、31.5ｍのシンボルタワーの五重塔(国宝)、並ぶ金堂(国宝)、廻廊(国宝)でぐるり囲んだ大講堂(国宝)、重要文化財となる築地塀が境内の境を繋ぎ東大門(国宝)まで来ると東院伽藍に入り、太子の居住地に建てられた八角円堂の夢殿(国宝)を拝観すると、2時間は掛かります。大講堂に薬師三尊像(国宝)、脇侍に日光月光菩薩様がおられ、仏像好きにはたまらない、現存する最古の四天王像(国宝)は四隅に安置、どこの寺院でみたお姿とは異なり、穏やかなお顔つきに直立姿勢、荒々しさはないです。金堂(国宝)は入母屋造り二層の瓦屋根、下層の裳階(もこし)には板葺き、四隅の柱には登り龍下り龍と卍の崩し高欄と美術品を見る様です。内陣には本尊釈迦如来・阿弥陀三尊像・薬師如来像が安置、天井には鳳凰と天人の天蓋、極楽浄土に誘われます。五重塔は境内でも一番の見どころ、飛鳥時代の他の寺院にない独特の雰囲気、現代建築物にも技術が応用される宙に浮く心柱、1400年に渡り免震構造で保存され、心柱の四面に釈迦の四つの説話の四場面を塑像(材料が粘土のような物で作製)が一面を占め、網越しに覗いても白い洞窟の中に立ち入ったかの如く奥行きがあり、塔本塑像と呼ぶ群像に感動しっぱなし、どれをとっても一級品、とても特徴的な建築群と仏教美術、ゆっくり拝観するとぐるり2時間は掛かりますが、至近距離で逢える世界遺産、ぜひお参りしてください。来年(2025年)3月からは、10年振りに拝観料が値上げされるようです、高校生以上は２千円です。文化財の維持・防災対策・人件費に充てるそうです、お参りすることで、この先も法隆寺を守ることに、協力出来ればよいですね。

何回も訪れてます!何度行っても歴史を感じる良い場所。夏場暑くて休憩しながらの散策が必須。日陰がない場所を歩くので日傘などで対策した方が良い。所々ベンチや木々など休める場所有り。駐車場は店寄る前提の勧誘があったりするので市営駐車場お勧め。

斑鳩にある有名なお寺。聖徳太子により創建されたと伝わっていて、世界最古の木造建築としても有名だ。このお寺にはウン十年前に訪れた事がある。もう一度訪れて見たくて再訪して見た。基本的な所は変わってないが所々変わっているようだ。宝物殿の場所なんかは前に来た時とは別の場所になっている。訪れた時間が9時過ぎだったせいか、物凄い人の多さで、小学生の集団がかなり多かった。ゆっくり周りたかったので少し残念な感じだったが、夢殿に向かう途中にあった露店のお土産屋がまだあってちょっとほっこりした。ゆっくり見物したい場合は8時頃が良いだろう。訪れた事が無い人は一度来てみる事をオススメする。

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