[2025 Nara Attraction] Travel Guide for Todai-ji Namdaimon (Grand South Gate) (Updated May)

Continuing from the previous episode: 📍Todaiji Temple - The Magnificent Great Buddha and Numerous Souvenir Shops After leaving Nara Park, we headed straight to Nara's most iconic landmark - Todaiji Temple! The architecture here is incredibly massive, and stepping inside, you'll be struck by its grandeur. The main attraction inside is the gigantic Great Buddha of Nara, which is several times larger than you can imagine! Looking up at the Buddha's serene expression gives you a sense of peace, and just standing there, you can feel the solemn atmosphere it brings. But aside from the Great Buddha, there's another highlight - the souvenir shops! Outside Todaiji Temple, there are many shops selling souvenirs, from cute deer-themed items to various unique trinkets. It's super fun to browse through, and it's definitely a great place to buy souvenirs. 📍Higashimuki Shopping Street - Nara's Food Paradise The last stop is Higashimuki Shopping Street, one of the busiest shopping streets in Nara, filled with unique snacks and souvenirs, making it a foodie's paradise! From Nara's local persimmon leaf sushi to various cute deer-themed snacks, you'll want to buy something every few steps 😃. The shopping street isn't long, but the atmosphere is great. After a full day of sightseeing, coming here to grab a bite and buy some souvenirs is the perfect way to end your Nara trip. It's truly awesome! In conclusion, Nara is the perfect combination of history and adorable deer! This trip to Nara, from world-class historical sites to deer roaming the streets, and ending with a culinary feast, is highly recommended! If you're visiting Kansai, you must spend a day in Nara. Its unique charm will make you happy, satisfied, and bring home a bunch of cute souvenirs!

Todai-Ji Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall) #TravelJapan #TravelJapanTheLandOfRisingSun #japan #LandOfTheRisingSun #nara #TodaiTemple Near Nara Park is Todaiji Temple 🛕 The largest wooden temple in the world, a world heritage site 😍😍😍 Let's get to know the brief history of the temple. For Todaiji Temple ⛩ A Buddhist temple with historical significance in Japan Built in 752, when Nara was the capital of Japan, Todaiji Temple is home to the largest wooden temple in the world. It is called the Daibutsuden Hall, and houses the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan. It is 15 meters high and has the Nandaimon Gate, the largest temple gate in Japan. The best of my life 🥰🦌⛩ 📍📍📍Importantly, it is also registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. In addition, Todaiji Temple It has been around for about 1,200 years. For this long, I must say that I will not fall into hell for a hundred billion lifetimes. 😂😂😂😂 We must come and experience the magic. 😝 If we fall into water, we will not drown. If we fall into fire, we will not burn. If anyone has the opportunity to come to Japan, do not miss it. It takes only 1 day to see everything. 😝 You must come. But let me tell you, our time is limited. 😜

#gw2022jp Todaiji Temple South Gate. I memorized it well in middle school. It was built in the Kamakura period, and is a samurai culture influenced by Zen Buddhism. Indeed, unlike other temple architecture in Nara, it has a rugged, brave, and fashionable atmosphere. Including the statues of Aun by Unkei and Kaikei. School trips have also resumed. Why not reminisce about those days and write a letter?

Across the road from the hotel is Namdaemun, which is great for sweeping the streets. The price here is a little more friendly than Myeongdong. Myeongdong is mainly a tourist area. #I miss #travel abroad #affordable hotels

Todaiji Temple is the head temple of the Kegon sect of Buddhism in Nara City, Nara Prefecture. It was founded in 752 during the Nara period at the request of Emperor Shomu. The principal image of the temple is a Great Buddha called Rushanabutsu, which stands at about 15 meters tall and is widely known as one of the largest gilt bronze Buddha statues in the world. The current Great Buddha Hall (the building that houses the Great Buddha) was rebuilt during the Edo period and is one of the world's largest wooden buildings. It is registered as a World Heritage Site as part of the cultural assets of the ancient capital of Nara, and is a representative tourist spot in Nara, attracting many worshippers from both Japan and abroad. Basic information •Location: 406-1 Zoshicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture •Access: 20 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station/5 minutes on foot from Nara Kotsu Bus stop "Daibutsuden Kasuga Taisha-mae" •Visiting hours: •Great Buddha Hall: 8:00-17:00 (closes at 16:30 from November to February) •Visiting hours may differ for Hokkedo (Sangatsudo) and Kaidan-in •Admission fee: Great Buddha Hall 600 yen (600 yen for middle and high school students/300 yen for elementary school students) •Telephone number: 0742-22-5511 #Todaiji Temple #Nara Tourism #The Great Buddha of Nara #World Heritage Site #Great Buddha Hall #Nandaimon Gate #Nigatsudo Hall #Historic Temples #Famous Places in Japan #Ancient City of Nara #0 Yen Travel

Nandaimon Gate, the Great South Gate of Nara’s Todai-ji Temple, is an awe-inspiring sight. This massive wooden structure, dating back to the 12th century, stands as a grand entrance to the temple complex. Flanking the gate are two fierce-looking Nio guardian statues, intricately carved to ward off evil spirits. As you pass through, the sheer scale and historical presence of the gate leave a lasting impression. Surrounded by Nara Park’s deer and towering trees, the atmosphere feels truly majestic. #trip #travel #japan #history

#Osaka Attractions The South Gate of Todaiji Temple stands tall in Nara City. As the largest mountain gate in Japan, it is 25.46 meters high and majestic. This national treasure was built during the Kamakura period (beams were laid in 1199 and completed in 1203), and was rebuilt by Master Jōgen in the "Great Buddha" style of the Song Dynasty. The roof of the Rumu House is supported by 18 21-meter-high pillars. The design without a skylight showcases the beauty of the structure, making people marvel at the wisdom of ancient craftsmen. The two 8.4-meter-tall Vajra Warrior statues inside the gate were completed within 69 days by Yunqing and Kuaiqing. They stare at each other and guard the gate for a thousand years. Standing at the door, I felt the weight of history and the greatness of human power. The silent wood and stone seemed to whisper about the past wars and renaissance, which was very moving. Transportation: Take the city bus from JR or Kintetsu Nara Station to "Daifudian Kasuga Taisha-mae" and walk for 5 minutes #Todaiji Temple South Gate #Nara Tourism #Vajrapani Statue #Historical Beauty

#japantrip #kyoto #thingstodo #culture #nara #osaka #buddhastatues #summer Stepping into Todaiji Temple is like entering a piece of history—this iconic Nara landmark is home to the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world. The sheer scale of the temple’s massive wooden hall, one of the largest of its kind, is breathtaking. As you wander through the grounds, you’ll also encounter the friendly, free-roaming deer of Nara Park, adding a unique charm to the experience. Whether you’re a history buff, a spiritual seeker, or simply in awe of grand architecture, Todaiji Temple is an unforgettable stop in Japan!

#japantrip #nara #narapark #japan #travel #thingstodo #myitinerary Nara Park and the deer are probably the only reason for many to visit Nara. It takes approximately 1 hour from Osaka to Nara by car and many would do it for a day trip (we stayed in Nara for a night). The Nara Park is huge and would require a bit of walking so be prepared to dress up accordingly. As soon as you arrive at the Park, you will find the wild deer roaming around (with some begging for treats). Aside from that, you will probably smell an unpleasant animal manure stench. To complete your experience in Nara Park, grab a stack of Grain Crackers to feed the deer for 200Yen, but mind you- some deer will attack you so play smart. For us- we looked for the younger and clumsy ones and we were not attacked. We did witness some tourists being attacked (not seriously). Walk to one end of the Nara Park and you will find Todai-Ji Temple- one of the largest wooden structure and famous temples in Japan. We did not get to explore further as the temple was due to close (we visited at around 4PM local time) but suggest to take some photos at the pond right in front of Todai-Ji.

Next to Nara Park, continue walking and you will come to the historic Todaiji Temple, accompanied by 🦌 deer and ginkgo leaves along the way. The entrance to the temple is a large wooden building with two very majestic wooden statues of gods. There is a lake, reflecting the red leaves and torii gates by the lake, which is uniquely beautiful. #November Good Places 2024 #usj #sunway

#FuriTabi #NaraTourism #Todaiji Temple Known for the Great Buddha of Nara, this is a representative temple built in the Nara period, and was built in the capital, Heijo-kyo, as the center of provincial temples across the country. The Great Buddha Hall is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Many of the current temple buildings were rebuilt in the Edo period by Kokei Shonin and others, but they still preserve many cultural assets, including the Hokkedo Hall, Tenpaimon Gate, and Nandaimon Gate, including national treasure buildings that represent each era. Access ① Kintetsu Nara Line "Osaka Namba Station" - Kintetsu Nara Line "Nara Station" approx. 40 minutes ② Kintetsu Kyoto Line "Kyoto Station" - Kintetsu Nara Line "Nara Station" approx. 50 minutes ③ Hanshin Namba Line "Sannomiya Station" - Kintetsu Nara Line "Nara Station" approx. 80 minutes ● Bus ① From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, take the city loop bus to "Todaiji Daibutsuden/Kasuga Taisha-mae" and walk for 5 minutes ② From Kintetsu Nara Station, take the Gurutto Bus (Omiya-dori Route/Nara Park Route) and get off at "Daibutsuden-mae Parking Lot"

#0 yen trip Access: 30 minutes on foot from JR Nara Station 15 minutes by bus Tourist attractions: There are many souvenir shops along the streets of Todaiji Temple, and in the adjacent park there are many deer that come by asking for rice crackers🦌🦌🦌They are cute as they nod their heads asking for rice crackers. Todaiji Temple is impressive and beautiful, and there are various secrets in the Kongo Rikishi statues at the South Gate, and the fun part is finding and finding out what they are👍

If you have visited Shanxi and followed Liang Lin's footsteps to admire the ancient buildings, but you are still not satisfied... Cross the border ~ First stop, Nara, Japan In 710 AD, Heijokyo (now Nara) was built, [equivalent to one-fourth the size of Chang'an City], and its overall layout imitated that of Chang'an City. The Nara period was the peak period of Japan's imitation of the Tang Dynasty. A large number of envoys were sent to the Tang Dynasty, and the Tang Dynasty culture was systematically inherited. In 745 AD, the fourth year of the Tianbao period of the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Shomu of Japan, in order to pray for peace, followed the edict of Wu Zetian in the early Tang Dynasty and built Dayun Temple (now Todaiji Temple), which became the general management center for temple affairs in Japan. Todaiji Temple With a history of more than 1,200 years, Todaiji Temple has been destroyed many times by fire and earthquake, and the existing buildings can be traced back to 1709. The Great Buddha Hall is one of the largest wooden buildings in the world. It is truly gigantic! The existing Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple is 57 meters long, about 50 meters wide and about 49 meters high. It should be noted that the Great Buddha Hall was dismantled and repaired during the Meiji era (with steel truss supports added), but it is still recognized by UNESCO as one of the largest wooden buildings in the world today! By the way, there is a very thick pillar in the Great Buddha Hall with a hole underneath. Many people are drilling into it, especially students (who seem to be local Japanese students). Legend has it that this symbolizes that "the exam must be passed successfully." South Gate The South Gate has a double-layered hip roof, about 50 meters wide and 25 meters high. It was built in 760, but was destroyed by fire and restored and rebuilt during the Kamakura period (1199). This is a pure Song Dynasty building, with an entirely wooden structure supported by 18 21-meter-high wooden pillars. It was built by craftsmen invited from Ningbo during the Southern Song Dynasty (more similar to the ancient architectural style in Zhejiang and Fujian). What impressed me most were the tall and mighty Vajrapani statues on both sides of the door. They were made of cypress (reminiscent of the strongmen in Longmen Grottoes), and were very well carved, with their muscle lines and expressions showing a strong momentum! Shosoin Shosoin stands quietly behind Todaiji Temple. Every autumn when the treasure house is exposed, some of the treasures will be exhibited at the Nara National Museum with a special theme for only two weeks. During the war, Mr. Liang Sicheng protected Kyoto and Nara as a scholar. The US military bombed all over Japan, but unfortunately did not affect these two cities. As he said: "It is not only the ancient capital of Japan, but also a cultural treasure of all mankind."

#HotPlace This magnificent and magnificent temple is completely different in style from Gion-in, Geonin-sa, and Cheonryong-sa in Kyoto. I thought it was a temple in China. Haha. But this is where the legend of Dongdae-sa is buried. If you go up to Iwoldang on the Dongdae-sa tour, you and I will both become travel experts. If Gion Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto gives the most beautiful air to the east, Iwoldang at Dongdae-sa is definitely a temple that holds the beauty of the country. It is Dongdae-sa Namdae-mun of Dongdae-sa that is overwhelming in scale and architectural style. ★★★★Skate

Nara SAKURA Cherry Blossom Tour - I was moved by the cherry blossoms at the Great South Gate of Todaiji Temple❗️ When you think of Nara, you think of deer, and when you think of deer, you think of Nara Park, When you get to Nara Park, you think of deer! Todaiji Temple❗️I have to go to Todaiji Temple! So, I went! This time, I took a walk around the Great South Gate of Todaiji Temple! ✅Todaiji Temple ✅406-1 South Gate, Zoshicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture →About 15 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station →Take a bus from Kintetsu Nara Station, get off at Todaiji Daibutsuden/Kasuga Taisha-mae and walk for about 4 minutes Speaking of the Great South Gate of Todaiji Temple ✅Kongo Rikishi statues → The Agyo statue is placed on the left and the Unyo statue is placed facing each other on the right No matter how many times you see it, it's powerful and overwhelming! The deer were wandering around freely, and the cherry blossoms were in bloom, making for a wonderful stroll! #sakura#sightseeing in Nara#trip to Nara#NaraPark#Nara#hotelroyalpark#Todaiji Temple#Todaiji Temple South Gate