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Horyuji Temple
Horyuji Temple · 法隆寺
At Horyuji Temple, examine the old wooden architecture of the five-storey pagoda and Main Hall, then see Buddhist statues and artworks in the Daihozoin. This temple in Ikaruga, outside Nara city, suits a visit that combines architecture and exhibits.
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Visitor information
Address
奈良県生駒郡斑鳩町法隆寺山内1-1
1-1 Horyuji Sannai, Ikaruga-cho, Ikoma-gun, Nara, 636-0115, Japan
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The individual combined ticket for the Saiin Garan, Daihozoin and Toin Garan costs ¥2,000 for adults, university students and high school students, ¥1,700 for junior high school students, and ¥1,000 for elementary school children. Payment is cash only. Separate group rates apply to groups of 30 or more. The official price revision took effect on March 1, 2025.
Opening hours
Visiting hours are 08:00–17:00 from February 22 to November 3 and 08:00–16:30 from November 4 to February 21. Admission closes 30 minutes earlier, at 16:30 and 16:00 respectively. Check separate dates and conditions for special openings.
What to see at Horyuji Temple
Wooden architecture at the five-storey pagoda and Main Hall
Explore Horyuji Temple’s five-storey pagoda and Main Hall to examine their old wooden architecture. You can combine them with Buddhist art in the Daihozoin.
Official prefectural Horyuji Kondo, five-storey pagoda and Buddhist art
Buddhist art in the Daihozoin
The Daihozoin displays Buddhist statues and artworks. Your combined ticket covers the Saiin Garan, Daihozoin and Toin Garan, so leave time for all three areas.
Official prefectural Horyuji Kondo, five-storey pagoda and Buddhist art Official Horyuji combined tickets, cash and reception cutoff
How to get to Horyuji Temple
Take a JR Yamatoji Line train from JR Nara Station to Horyuji Station. Leave by the north exit and walk about 20 minutes to Horyuji Temple’s Nandaimon Gate. Check the exit: the bus route leaves from the south side. If taking a bus, check the timetable and fare for your date separately.
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Visiting tips
Allow more time after reaching Nandaimon Gate
Nandaimon Gate is about a 20-minute walk from JR Horyuji Station’s north exit. After arriving, you still need to reach the admission desk and visit the Saiin Garan, Daihozoin and Toin Garan. Some facilities may stop admitting visitors as closing time approaches, so arrive with time to spare.
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Pay admission in cash
Bring cash for the combined ticket. Admission closes 30 minutes before the seasonal closing time.
Official Horyuji combined tickets, cash and reception cutoff
Questions about Horyuji Temple
Which areas does Horyuji Temple’s combined ticket include?
It includes the Saiin Garan, Daihozoin and Toin Garan. Beyond the walk from Horyuji Station to Nandaimon Gate, allow time to move between and visit all three areas.
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Official sources
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- Official prefectural Horyuji fees and seasonal hours ·
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