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Kofukuji Temple Nara · Nara · Shrines & Temples
Japanese name: 興福寺
Photo: 663highland / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Source ↗ WHAT TO DO Kofukuji Temple The clan temple of the Fujiwara, moved here with the capital in 710, known for its five-storey pagoda and its Ashura figure.
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Address Nara Area 630-8213 48 Noborioji-cho, Nara
Hours & fees Hours: 9:00–17:00 (last entry to halls and museum 16:45)
Closed: Open year-round
Kofuku-ji is currently carrying out conservation and repair work on the Five-Story Pagoda, the first since the Meiji era.
As construction of the protective roof will begin, viewing at various places within the precincts will change as follows.
■ The Tokondo can be viewed until Sunday, June 11, 2023.
After that it cannot be viewed (reopening date undecided).
Charms and other items sold at the Tokondo ticket reception will be sold at the shop (Apana) in the Kanjinsho opposite the Tokondo.
Also, goshuin (temple stamps) and goeika (pilgrim hymns) for the Tokondo will be given out at the Kanjinsho.
■ Viewing of the Chukondo resumes from Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Viewing hours: 9:00–17:00 (reception closes 16:45)
Admission: Adults/university students 500 yen, high school/junior high students 300 yen, elementary school students 100 yen
There is no combined ticket with the National Treasure Museum.
Goshuin for the Chukondo are given out at the Kanjinsho.
■ The Five-Story Pagoda illumination will run until 22:00 on Sunday, August 20, 2023.
■ Viewing of the National Treasure Museum and the parking lot etc. can be used as before.
■ Parts of the precincts will be closed to traffic as soon as preparations are ready.
The content may change depending on future circumstances. Please check the Kofuku-ji website and official Twitter for the latest information.
Fees: ● Chukondo
Chukondo single ticket
Adults/university students…500 yen
Junior high/high school students…300 yen
Elementary school students…200 yen
Chukondo single ticket: group discount (30 or more)
Adults/university students…400 yen
Junior high/high school students…200 yen
Elementary school students…100 yen
● Tokondo
Tokondo single ticket
Adults/university students…500 yen
High school/junior high students…300 yen
Elementary school students…200 yen
Tokondo single ticket: group discount (30 or more)
Adults/university students…400 yen
High school/junior high students…200 yen
Elementary school students…100 yen
● National Treasure Museum
National Treasure Museum single ticket
Adults/university students…900 yen
High school/junior high students…800 yen
Elementary school students…500 yen
National Treasure Museum single ticket: group discount (30 or more)
Adults/university students…800 yen
High school/junior high students…700 yen
Elementary school students…400 yen
● Combined ticket for National Treasure Museum, Tokondo and Chukondo
Adults/university students…1,600 yen
High school/junior high students…1,100 yen
Elementary school students…600 yen
* Half price for those with a disability certificate
Themes Culture & history Contents Overview About this place Official website Before you go Check before you visit · References Overview The clan temple of the Fujiwara, moved here with the capital in 710, known for its five-storey pagoda and its Ashura figure.
About this place Kōfuku-ji (興福寺 ; Japanese pronunciation: [koꜜː.ɸɯ̥.kɯ.dʑi]) is a Buddhist temple in Japan that was once one of the powerful Nanto Shichi Daiji 'Seven Great Temples' in the city of Nara. The temple is the national headquarters of the East Asian Yogācāra school. It is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara, a World Heritage Site.
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