Akishinodera Temple

秋篠寺

4.3Est. 90Nara, Kansai

Local Pick

The Gigeiten statue, a celestial maiden, is shown only on June 6th. On any other day, the draw is the moss garden and woodland silence, five kilometers from central Nara’s main circuit. Take twenty minutes to sit in the main hall; the quiet is the point. The deer here bow when you bow.

Local tips

Many visitors rush through. Take 20 minutes to sit in the main hall and absorb the atmosphere. It transforms the experience. The deer here bow when you bow to them. Buy deer crackers from official vendors only (150 yen flat) to feed them.

Practical info

Japanese name: 秋篠寺
Nearest station: Nara Station (15 min bus)
Payment: Cash only
Reservations: not required

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