Chokyuji, Ikoma
#5 among attractions in Ikoma
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Facts and practical information
Chogyumi-ji Temple is a temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture. The name of the mountain is Mayumiyama. The main deity is the eleven-faced Kannon. The temple was founded by Gyoki. The main hall, a national treasure, is known as a representative example of an esoteric Buddhist temple of the Kamakura period.
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Chokyuji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Saidai-ji, Akishino-dera, Hōzan-ji, Kikō-ji.
3.4 miSETemple established in the 8th centurySaidai-ji, Nara
88 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 miETemple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist templeAkishino-dera, Nara
76 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.
3.3 miSWSacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple, TempleHōzan-ji, Ikoma
84 min walk • Hōzan-ji is a Buddhist temple in Monzen-machi, Ikoma, Nara, Japan. Though officially dedicated to the deity Acala, the temple serves as a cult-center of the deity Kangiten and is also called 'Ikoma-Shōten'.
3.7 miSETemple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist templeKikō-ji, Nara
95 min walk • Kikō-ji is a serene Buddhist temple nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan. This tranquil place of worship is situated away from the bustling city center, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace and reflection.
3.2 miSTempleRyōsen-ji, Nara
83 min walk • Ryōsen-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. Founded in the eighth century, the Hondō is a National Treasure and a number of other buildings and temple treasures have been designated Important Cultural Properties.
5.8 miSEMusic and shows, Nightlife, TheaterNara Centennial Hall, Nara
147 min walk • Nara Centennial Hall is a multi-use complex in Nara, Japan. It opened in 1999 as part of the centennial celebrations of the municipality of Nara. There is a large hall that seats up to 1720, a smaller concert hall with a capacity of 446, and a gallery. Arata Isozaki was the architect, with acoustical design by Nagata Acoustics.
2.3 miSEMuseum, Art museum, Specialty museumMuseum of Japanese Art, Nara
60 min walk • The Museum of Japanese Art Yamato Bunkakan is a museum of Asian art in Nara, Nara. The museum was established in 1960 to preserve and display the private collection of Kintetsu Corporation.
4 miNWSloping university's botanic gardensBotanical Gardens Faculty of Science Osaka City University, Hirakata
103 min walk • The Botanical Gardens, Faculty of Science, Osaka City University are botanical gardens operated by Osaka City University. They are near the Keihan-Kisaichi Station, Katano, Osaka, Japan and open to the public.
3.9 miSWNatural attraction, Park, MountainMount Ikoma, Ikoma
99 min walk • Mount Ikoma is a mountain on the border of Nara Prefecture and Osaka Prefecture in Japan. It is the highest peak in the Ikoma Mountains with a height of 642 meters. Mount Ikoma is a part of Kongō-Ikoma-Kisen Quasi-National Park. It is one of the most famous picnic spots in the Kansai region.
3.8 miSWAmusement, Amusement parkSheng ju shan shang you yuan de, Ikoma
98 min walk • Ikoma Mountain Amusement Park is an amusement park located on top of Mount Ikoma in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture. It is owned and operated by Kintetsu Leisure Service, a subsidiary of Kintetsu Corporation.
3.1 miSWTempleIkoma Shrine, Ikoma
79 min walk • Ikoma Jinja is a Shinto shrine in Ikoma, Nara, Japan. Generally called Ikoma Taisha. The formal name of the shrine is "Ikomaniimasu-Ikomatsuhiko Jinja". This shrine is also known as "Ikoma-Taisha", which means "great shrine of Ikoma".