Kairyuo-ji Temple, Nara

Name: Kairyuo-ji Temple
Address: 897 Hokkejikitamachi, Nara, 630-8001, Japan
Telephone: +81 742-33-5765

#59 among attractions in Nara

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Kairyuo-ji Temple is a temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect located in Hokkeji Kita-machi, Nara City, Nara Prefecture. The main deity is the eleven-faced Kannon. The temple is also known as Sumidera because it was built in the northeast corner of Empress Koumyou's palace.

Coordinates: 34°41'33"N, 135°48'22"E

Address

897 HokkejikitamachiNara 630-8001 Japan

Contact

+81 742-33-5765

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

Nearby attractions include: Heijō Palace, Tōshōdai-ji, Hokke-ji, Futai-ji.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kairyuo-ji Temple?

Nearby attractions include Hokke-ji, Nara (3 min walk), Futai-ji, Nara (10 min walk), Heijō Palace, Nara (15 min walk), Heijō-kyō, Nara (17 min walk).

How to get to Kairyuo-ji Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kairyuo-ji Temple:

Bus

Hokkeji • Lines: 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 (1 min walk)
Hokkeji-kitamachi • Lines: 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 (2 min walk)

Train

Shinomiya (15 min walk)
Nara (28 min walk)