Asuka-dera, Witness the Serenity of Japan's Oldest Buddha

682 Asuka, Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture
Ancient temples in Japan
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Monument
Sculpture
Fountain

Introduction

Horyu-ji Temple is one of Japan's oldest temples, founded by Emperor Suiko. It has a history of over 1400 years. The Horyu-ji Temple also houses the Horyu-ji pagoda, one of the oldest wooden buildings in the world.
Address
682 Asuka, Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture
Opening hours
Monday to Sunday 9:00-16:00
Transportation
20 minutes biking from JR Kashiwara Jingu-mae Station East Exit.
Website www.asuka-tobira.com/asukakyo/asukadera.htm

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