Raiko-ji Temple, Seika

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Raiko-ji Temple is a place located in Seika (Kyoto urban prefecture) and belongs to the category of temple.

It is situated at an altitude of 138 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 34°45'23"N latitude and 135°47'28"E longitude.

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Keihanna Commemorative Park (park, 29 min walk), Kuraoka Shrine (temple, 37 min walk), Kansai-kan of the National Diet Library (library, 39 min walk).

Coordinates: 34°45'23"N, 135°47'28"E

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Raiko-ji Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heijō Palace, Hokke-ji, Saidai-ji, Akishino-dera.

4.5 miS
Historic site of an imperial residence
Heijō Palace, Nara
116 min walk • Heijō Palace, once the imperial seat of power during Japan's Nara period, stands today as a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. Located in the city of Nara, the palace was the heart of the ancient capital, Heijō-kyō, from 710 to 784 AD.
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Ancient temple with gardens and a statue
Hokke-ji, Nara
115 min walk • Hokke-ji, a serene temple nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan, offers a tranquil retreat steeped in cultural heritage. Founded in 745 by Empress Komyo, this temple was originally part of a nunnery and is dedicated to the Lotus Sutra, a key scripture in Mahayana...
4.4 miS
Temple established in the 8th century
Saidai-ji, Nara
113 min walk • Saidai-ji, a venerable temple located in the historical city of Nara, Japan, stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of the region. Founded in the mid-8th century, Saidai-ji, which translates to "Great Western Temple," serves as a counterpart...
3.8 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Akishino-dera, Nara
97 min walk • Nestled in the serene city of Nara, Akishino-dera is a temple steeped in historical and cultural significance. Dating back to the late 8th century, this Buddhist temple offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling tourism of Nara.
4.4 miS
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Buddhist temple
Futai-ji, Nara
113 min walk • Futai-ji, also known as Narihira-dera, is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. The temple was opened by Ariwara no Narihira in 847, known as the author of the Tales of Ise.
2.5 miE
Museum, Archaeological museum
Kyoto Prefectural Yamashiro Regional Museum, Seika
63 min walk • Kyoto Prefectural Yamashiro Regional Museum is a regional museum located in Yamashiro District of Kizugawa City, Kyoto Prefecture.
4.1 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Shōhaku Art Museum, Nara
104 min walk • Shōhaku Art Museum opened in Nara, Japan, in 1994. It was established thanks to donations of artworks and the support of Kintetsu. The collection comprises paintings and sketches by Uemura Shōen, Uemura Shōkō, and Uemura Atsushi, and special exhibitions are staged to help promote the appreciation of Nihonga.
4.5 miS
Neighbourhood
Heijō-kyō, Nara
116 min walk • Heijō-kyō was the Capital of Japan during most of the Nara period, from 710–40 and again from 745–84. The imperial palace is a listed UNESCO World Heritage together with other places in the city of Nara.
4.3 miE
Temple, Buddhist temple
Kaijūsen-ji, Nara
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2.9 miN
Town
Ide
75 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Ide is the beautiful Kaju-ji Temple, a serene sanctuary that dates back to the Heian period. The temple's tranquil gardens and ancient architecture provide a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
1.5 miSW
Library
Kansai-kan of the National Diet Library, Seika
39 min walk • Kansai-kan of the National Diet Library is the facility of the National Diet Library, opened in October, 2002. It is based at the Kansai Science City in Seika Town, Soraku District, Kyoto Prefecture.