Chūgū-ji, Ikaruga

Name: Chūgū-ji
Address: 1-1-2 Horyuji Kita, Ikaruga, 636-0111, Japan
Telephone: +81 745-75-2106

#3 among attractions in Ikaruga

Top attraction, Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple

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Chūgū-ji is a temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan, that was founded as a nunnery in the seventh century by Shōtoku Taishi. Located immediately to the northeast of Hōryū-ji, its statue of Miroku and Tenjukoku mandala are National Treasures. ()

Local name: 中宮寺 Coordinates: 34°36'54"N, 135°44'24"E

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1-1-2 Horyuji KitaIkaruga 636-0111 Japan

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+81 745-75-2106

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

Nearby attractions include: Hokki-ji, Hōrin-ji, Tomimoto Kenkichi Memorial Museum, Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area.

0.6 miNE
Temple,
Hokki-ji, Ikaruga
17 min walk • Hokki-ji or Hōki-ji – formerly known as Okamoto-dera and Ikejiri-dera – is a Buddhist temple in Okamoto, Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The temple's honorary sangō prefix is "Kōhonzan", although it is rarely used.
0.5 miN
Temple
Hōrin-ji, Ikaruga
14 min walk • Hōrin-ji, or Mii-dera is a Buddhist temple in Mii, Ikaruga, Nara, Japan. The temple is located about a kilometer north of Hōryū-ji's Tō-in. The temple's sangō prefix is Myōken-san.
1.2 miSE
Museum, Art museum
Tomimoto Kenkichi Memorial Museum, Ando
32 min walk • The Tomimoto Kenkichi Memorial Museum opened in Ando, Nara Prefecture, Japan in 1974. It is dedicated to the life and works of Tomimoto Kenkichi, who was born in the vicinity.
~1820 ftW
, Temple
Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area, Horyuji
9 min walk • The UNESCO World Heritage Site Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area includes a variety of buildings found in Hōryū-ji and Hokki-ji in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. These buildings were designated in 1993 along with the surrounding landscape, under several criteria.
0.7 miW
Scenic walking areas, Ruins, Historical place
Fujinoki Tomb, Ikaruga
17 min walk • Fujinoki tomb is a tumulus, known as a kofun in Japanese, located in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is estimated to date from the later half of the sixth century or the late seventh century.
1.6 miNE
Temple, Buddhist temple
Ci guang yuan, Nara
41 min walk • Jiko-in Temple is a temple of the Daitokuji school of the Rinzai sect, located in Koizumi-cho, Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture. The name of the temple is Mt. The main deity is Shakyamuni Buddha.

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When is Chūgū-ji open?

Chūgū-ji is open:

Monday 9 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Chūgū-ji?

Nearby attractions include Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area, Horyuji (9 min walk), Hōrin-ji, Ikaruga (14 min walk), Hokki-ji, Ikaruga (17 min walk), Fujinoki Tomb, Ikaruga (17 min walk).

Chūgū-ji, Ikaruga

Facts and practical information

Ikaruga plan & book

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

Hokki-ji, Ikaruga

Hōrin-ji, Ikaruga

Tomimoto Kenkichi Memorial Museum, Ando

Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area, Horyuji

Fujinoki Tomb, Ikaruga

Ci guang yuan, Nara

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Chūgū-ji open?

Which popular attractions are close to Chūgū-ji?