Toshodai-ji Temple Brochure in English

Temple Pass






The Temple Brochures are very informative and give the visitor a good overview of the temples historic significance.

Lunch break

Restaurant recommended by the receptionist of Toshodai-ji Temple

Outside entrance of Toshodai-ji Temple

Path from Toshodai-ji Temple to Yakushi-ji Temple

Map of Rekishino-Michi Hiking Path which part is the path between Toshodai-ji Temple and Yakushi-ji Temple

Japanese mailbox - nothing is simple in Japan. The left side is for letters & postcards and the right side is for other mail. Post-offices are a big deal in Japan. In many aspects, they are similar to a bank in how they operate.

Toshodai-ji Temple - Nara

National treasures held inside the Temple Museum. Photography is not allowed inside the museum. The museum was simple and kept in attendance. Questions are answered with in depth knowledge.

Toshodai-ji Temple - Nara

Toshodai-ji Temple

Toshodai-ji Temple

Toshodai-ji Temple was founded in 759 A.D. by Rev. Ganjin, a Chinese priest on the present site. This was the first seminary in Japan for the Ritsu sect priesthood specializing in the observance of the commandments. In the main edifice (Tempyo Period), which gives an impression of grandness, are seen three big dry lacquer statues. The lecture hall was originally part of the Imperial Palace of Nara, was donated to this Temple. In a quiet grove in the compounds, the grave of Rev. Ganjin reminds visitors of the brave but sad story of the great blind priest who contributed much to the Tempyo culture.

The Temple was undergoing reconstruction and is expected to be completed in 2009.





Toshadai-ji Temple
Toshadai-ji Temple from Tales of Genji