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most visited sights
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Lecture Hall
Toshodaiji was founded in the year 759 by Ganjin, a Chinese priest who was invited to Japan by the emperor in order to train priests and improve Japanese Buddhism.
Ganjin's tomb and the Miedo, a hall which stores a famous wooden statue of Ganjin, are located on the temple grounds. The statue, however, is displayed to the public only once a year on June 6, the anniversary of Ganjin's death.
The temple's lecture hall (kodo) was moved to Toshodaiji from the Nara Imperial Palace, and is now the only surviving building of the former palace. Toshodaiji's main hall (kondo) is currently being renovated until 2009.
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| how
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Toshodaiji and Yakushiji are located a 15 minute bus ride east of Nara's city center. There are direct bus lines from JR and Kintetsu Station, Todaiji and Kasuga Taisha. Toshodaiji is a 5 minute walk from Yakushiji.
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| hours
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| Hours: | 8:30 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30) | | Closed: | No closing days | | Admission: | 600 yen (additional 500 yen for Miedo) |
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| news
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| travel
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Popularity of Toshodaiji Temple:
Users who have been to Nara: 1105
Users who have been to Toshodaiji Temple: 239 6th of 8 most visited sights in Nara.
93rd of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
Ratings for Toshodaiji Temple:
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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outstanding
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User Rating (by 121 users):
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84/100
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recommended
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| hotels
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Asukaso
A fine ryokan with hot spring bath offering views of the famous five-story pagoda. Located in the heart of Nara town.
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Hotel New Wakasa
5 min walk to Todaiji Temple and Great Buddha. Wireless Internet in lobby. Rooftop open-air Jacuzzi. Private onsen baths.
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| tours
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Nara Tours
Various tours and travel packages for Nara and surroundings.
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