Must-seeReligious & Spiritual
Shitennō-ji
Shi Tennō-ji · 543-0051
Rating
4.3(12,982)
Typical visit
1h15 · incl. ~10min queue
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers
About
6th-century reconstructed Buddhist temple, five-story pagoda and turtle ponds.
Founded in 593, this complex has been rebuilt multiple times. Features a traditional wooden pagoda, pavilions, statues, and ponds with turtles. Peaceful atmosphere despite urban proximity. Monthly market livens the site on set dates.
What we love
Architectural / AestheticIndoorLight (easy walking)OutdoorBudget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitCouples / RomanticSolo travelerWith friends / GroupMultigenerational familiesMedium (1-2h)Peaceful / QuietSpiritual / MeditativeAuthentic / Local
Opening hours
Monday
08:30 – 16:00
Tuesday
08:30 – 16:00
Wednesday
08:30 – 16:00
Thursday
08:30 – 16:00
Friday
08:30 – 16:00
Saturday
08:30 – 16:00
Sunday
08:30 – 16:00
Location
1-chōme-11-18 Shitennōji, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0051, JaponDirections
Reviews
4.3
12,982 reviews
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