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Shitennō-ji 四天王寺
Built in 593 A.D., this famous Buddhist temple features a five-story pagoda, statues and turtle ponds
史About
Shitennō-ji (Japanese: 四天王寺, Temple of the Four Heavenly Kings) is a Buddhist temple in Ōsaka, Japan. It is also known as Arahaka-ji (荒陵寺), Nanba-ji/Naniwa-daiji (難波大寺), or Mitsu-ji 御津寺. The temple is sometimes regarded as the first Buddhist and oldest officially administered temple in Japan, although the temple complex and buildings have been rebuilt over the centuries, with the last reconstruction taking place in 1963. Shortly after World War II, Shitennō-ji became independent of the parent Tendai sect and formed the Wa sect (Wa-shū, 和宗) of Buddhism.
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要Quick facts
| Type | Temple |
|---|---|
| Location | Shitennōji, Osaka |
| Founded | 593 |
| Official website | shitennoji.or.jp |
| Nearest stations | Shitennōji-mae Yūhigaoka Station · 552 m Tanimachi Line Tennōji Station · 764 m Nankai Hirano Line Teradachō Station · 897 m Osaka Loop Line Distances are in a straight line; walking routes are longer. |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
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Opening hours and fees change — check the official website before you go.
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問Questions visitors ask
What is Shitennō-ji?
Shitennō-ji (Japanese: 四天王寺, Temple of the Four Heavenly Kings) is a Buddhist temple in Ōsaka, Japan.
Where is Shitennō-ji?
Shitennō-ji is in Shitennōji, Osaka. The nearest station is Shitennōji-mae Yūhigaoka Station (about 552 m in a straight line).
When was Shitennō-ji founded?
593, according to Wikidata.
What are the opening hours of Shitennō-ji?
Hours and fees change by season and for events. Please check the official website before you go: https://www.shitennoji.or.jp/
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