Isshin-ji, Osaka

Name: Isshin-ji
Address: 2-8-69 Tennohji-ku, Osaka, 543-0062, Japan
Telephone: +81 6-6771-0444

#62 among attractions in Osaka

Temple, Cemetery, Sacred and religious sites

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Isshin-ji is a Pure Land Buddhist temple in Osaka, Japan. Starting in the Meiji period, thirteen images have been formed, each incorporating the ashes of tens of thousands of devotees. The annual burial ceremony on 21 April in turn draws tens of thousands of worshippers. ()

Local name: 一心寺 Completed: 1185 (839 years ago)Coordinates: 34°39'11"N, 135°30'40"E

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2-8-69 Tennohji-ku天王寺区 (tian wang si qu)Osaka 543-0062 Japan

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+81 6-6771-0444

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

Nearby attractions include: Dōtonbori, Shitennō-ji, Namba, Abeno Cues Town.

1.2 miNW
Popular district for dining and theater
Dōtonbori, Osaka
31 min walk • Dōtonbori is an iconic shopping district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and an array of dazzling neon lights. This bustling area, which runs along the Dōtonbori canal, is a feast for the senses, offering a multitude of...
~1550 ftE
Buddhist temple dating to 593 A.D.
Shitennō-ji, Osaka
8 min walk • Shitennō-ji, located in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, stands as a testament to the country's ancient Buddhist history. This revered temple, founded in 593 AD by Prince Shōtoku, who is credited with introducing Buddhism to Japan, is one of the oldest officially...
1.1 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Namba, Osaka
28 min walk • Namba is a bustling district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, known as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse shopping options, Namba encompasses several shopping centers, each with its own unique...
0.6 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Abeno Cues Town, Osaka
15 min walk • Abeno Cues Town, nestled in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, is a contemporary shopping centre that has become a pivotal destination for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive retail experience. This modern commercial complex is strategically located in the...
~1520 ftW
Iconic tower with an observation deck
Tsūtenkaku, Osaka
8 min walk • Rising proudly in the heart of Osaka's Shinsekai district, Tsūtenkaku, known affectionately as the "Tower Reaching Heaven," is a well-known landmark and a symbol of the city's resilience and modernity. This iconic structure stands at a height of 103 meters and offers...
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Osaka
24 min walk • The Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, known as Edion Arena Osaka for sponsorship reasons, stands as a testament to the city's passion for sports and entertainment. This multifunctional indoor arena, located in the bustling heart of Osaka, Japan, is a hub for a wide variety...
~1140 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, Osaka
6 min walk • The Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts is a museum located in Tennōji Park, Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan. The museum focuses on Japanese and east Asian art.
~1030 ftS
Manicured city space with cafes
Tennoji Park, Osaka
5 min walk • The Tennōji Park is a park with botanical garden at 1–108, Chausuyama-cho, Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan.
0.8 miNW
Skyscraper, Shopping centre, Shopping
Namba Parks, Osaka
20 min walk • Namba Parks is an office and shopping complex located in Namba-naka Nichome, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan, the south of Namba Station on Nankai Railway.
0.5 miN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Taihei-ji, Osaka
12 min walk • Taihei-ji is a Buddhist temple in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. It was founded in about 1555, and it is affiliated with Sōtō Buddhism.
0.5 miN
Universities and schools
Osaka Yuhigaoka Gakuen Junior College, Osaka
13 min walk • Osaka Yuhigaoka Gakuen Junior College is a private women's junior college in Osaka, Osaka, Japan, established in 1950.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Isshin-ji?

Nearby attractions include Tennōji Zoo, Osaka (5 min walk), Tennoji Park, Osaka (5 min walk), Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, Osaka (6 min walk), Qing ze yuan, Osaka (7 min walk).

How to get to Isshin-ji by public transport?

The nearest stations to Isshin-ji:

Metro

Tennoji • Lines: T (8 min walk)
Ebisucho • Lines: K (9 min walk)

Tram

Ebisu-cho • Lines: Hn (10 min walk)
Tennoji-Ekimae • Lines: 阪堺電車上町線 (13 min walk)

Train

Tennoji (12 min walk)
Shin-Imamiya-Ekimae (14 min walk)

Bus

NANKAI NAMBA bus terminal (24 min walk)
Minatomachi Bus Terminal (33 min walk)