Visit the famous Shitenno-ji Temple

📍 Location
Located in Tennoji District, Osaka. Just a 5-minute walk from Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station (Tanimachi Subway Line) or about a 12-minute walk from Tennoji Station.

⏰ Opening Hours

Main temple area: Open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (Gokuraku-jodo Garden and Treasure House Hall are closed every Tuesday).

Entry to the temple grounds is free, but certain areas like the Japanese garden and museum require an admission fee of approximately 300–500 yen.

🌟 Highlights

- Five-story Pagoda: Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of the surroundings.

- Main Hall (Kondo) and Lecture Hall (Kodo): Central areas for worship.

- Gokuraku-jodo Garden: A Japanese garden designed to replicate Buddhist paradise, featuring a pond, wooden bridges, and a tranquil atmosphere.

- Treasure House Museum: Displays religious artifacts and ancient treasures.

Post by bbwander | Sep 18, 2025