Kasukadai Shrine
Kasuga-taisha Shrine was established in the second year of Jingo-Keiun (768) and the current shrine buildings were completed in the early Heian period in 794. It flourished as the head shrine of Kasuga Shrine, praying for the prosperity and peace of the nation, and features beautiful vermilion buildings along with about 3,000 lanterns throughout its grounds. Particularly, during the "Mantōrō" event on August 14th and 15th, all the lanterns are lit, creating a幻想的景色. Kasuga-taisha is registered as a World Heritage Site under "Cultural Heritage of Ancient Nara," and the Treasure Hall houses many precious cultural artifacts. The primitive forest of Kasuga-yama behind the shrine is designated as a special natural monument, representing a valuable area that conveys ancient nature.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Kasukadai Shrine
- Location
- 〒630-8212 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara City
- Access
- From Nara Station on the JR Yamato Line and Kintetsu Nara Line, take the Nara Kotsu Bus (bound for Kasuga Taisha Honden) for approximately 11 to 15 minutes. Get off at "Kasuga Taisha Honden," which is just a short walk away.
- Parking
- Approximately 100 vehicles.
- Business Hours
- Headquarters Worship Opening Hours: 06:30 AM - 05:30 PM (November to February: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
National Treasure Hall: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM (Admission until 04:30 PM)
Manyo Botanical Garden: 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM (December to February: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM) - Regular Holiday
- National Treasure Hall: Closed for exhibition changes three times a year (for 2-3 days each). Manyo Botanical Garden: Closed on Mondays in January, February, and December.
- Fees
- [Special Worship at the Main Shrine] 500 yen
[National Treasure Hall] General 500 yen, University and High School Students 300 yen, Junior High and Elementary School Students 200 yen
[Manyo Botanical Garden] General 500 yen, Children 250 yen - Contact Information
- Phone Number：0742-22-7788
- Official Website
