Hannyaji temple

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According to the legend of Hannyaji Temple, it was founded in 629 by a Goguryeo monk named Ekan, who constructed a temple on this site. Later, during the era of Emperor Shomu in 735, it is said that additional temple buildings were built to protect Heijo-kyo's "demon gate" (an unlucky quarter).  

Today, the temple features the Roumon gate (a National Treasure), which showcases an elegant architectural style from the Kamakura period (1185-1333).  

The temple is also famous for its flowers, particularly the hydrangea in early summer and the cosmos, which bloom from early summer through autumn.

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General Information

Address
221 Hannyaji-cho, Nara City, Nara
contact details
0742-22-6287(Hannyaji Temple)
Fax Number
0742-22-7257
Times
Visiting hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM)
Reduced visiting hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (last admission at 3:30 PM)
Reduced visiting period: January, February, March, April, July, August, December
Access
Take a bus bound for Kunimidai 8-chome (Narazaka) and Aoyama-jutaku (approx. 12 minutes bus-ride), and get off at Hannyaji bus stop, then take a walk for 5 minutes
Car Park
500 yen
Admission/Worship Fees (Individual)
[Regular Admission Fee]
January 1st - Mid-May
Mid-July - Mid-September
Late November - December 31st
Adults 500 yen
Junior and high school students 200 yen
Elementary school children 100 yen

♦︎Hydrangea period: Mid-May to mid-July (2025 undecided)
♦︎Cosmos period: Mid-September to late November (2025 undecided)
This will change depending on the flower situation, so details will be posted closer to the date.
Adults 700 yen
Junior and high school students 300 yen
Elementary school children 200 yen
Admission/Worship Fees (Group)
None
Discount for Persons with Disabilities
None
Senior Discount
Nara City Nanamaru Card (Roshun Techo) holders can receive a discount (only for cardholders)
Events
Monju-e (April 25)
Seasonal Flower Information
Kerria japonica: mid April
Hydrangea: mid June
Early cosmos: June
Autumn cosmos:September
Narcissus: mid December
National Treasure
Roumon Gate
Website

Hannyaji Temple official website

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