Kōfuku-ji
Kōfuku-ji is the head temple of the Hossō sect located in Nara City. It was moved from Asuka to Heijōkyō in the 3rd year of Wadō (710) by Fujiwara no Fuhito and was renamed from Umayasaka-ji to "Kōfuku-ji." It thrived as the family temple of the Fujiwara clan, but was destroyed during the fires of Nanto in the 4th year of Jishō (1180). It was reconstructed in the Kamakura period. The temple grounds are lined with historical buildings, including the five-story pagoda rebuilt in the Muromachi period and the Hokuen-dō rebuilt in the Kamakura period (both designated as National Treasures) and the Nanyen-dō (an Important Cultural Property). The National Treasure Hall houses numerous Buddhist statues and paintings from the Nara period, including the famous Ashura statue, making it a highlight of the temple. Kōfuku-ji is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Cultural Properties of Ancient Nara," preserving the history and culture of Nara to this day.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Kōfuku-ji
- Location
- 〒630-8213 48 Noborioji-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- JR Nara Station, get off at "Kenchou-mae" on the city loop bus, just a short walk away.
Kintetsu Nara Station, 5-minute walk. - Parking
- 46 standard cars
- Business Hours
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission is at 4:45 PM)
- Regular Holiday
- Open year-round.
- Fees
- 【Kōfukuji National Treasure Hall】 University students and above: 700 yen, Junior high and high school students: 600 yen, Elementary school students: 300 yen
【Chūkendō】 University students and above: 500 yen, Junior high and high school students: 300 yen, Elementary school students: 100 yen - Contact Information
- Phone Number：0742-22-7755
- Official Website
