Golden Temple

Golden Temple

Info

  • Address:
  • 3-2-14 Nohara Nishi, Gojo, Nara
  • Public Transportation:  
JR Gojo Station → 25 minutes on foot. or 7 minutes by car
  • Car Access:  
20km 30 minutes from Katsuragi IC on Minami Hanna Road via National Route 24; or 2km 5 minutes from Gojo IC on Kyonawa Road via National Route 168
  • Phone Number:  
  • 0747-23-2185
  • Parking Number:  
40 units/button time is 300 yen per unit

Business Hours

8:30 to 17:00

Price

Admission 300 yen (button time has changed fee, inquiry required)

Spot Category

Shrines・Temples・Churches


Hirado azalea and thatch roof

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