Chugu-ji Temple

Information

It is said that Chugu-ji Temple once used to be an imperial palace where Prince Shotoku Taishi's mother lived. The temple has been a convent since its establishment. The temple is noted for its Nyoirin Kannon Goddess, a wooden Buddhist image of the 7th century, and Tenjukoku Shucho, an embroidered textile which describes the afterworld with Prince Shotoku Taishi. Both of them are designated as national treasures.

Opening Hours

• 9:00 – 16:00 (October – March 20)
• 9:00 – 16:30 (March 21 – September)

Closed

• No closing days

Price / Entrance Fee

• 500 yen (General, Adult)
• 400 yen (Junior high student)
• 250 yen (Child)

Access / Public Transport

• 4 minutes from JR Horyuji Station by NC Bus bound for Horyuji-monzen. Get off at Chuguji-mae Bus stop.

Related Links

• 聖徳宗 中宮寺 公式ホームページ (Only available in Japanese)

Address / Location

• 1-1-2, Horyuji Kita, Ikaruga-cho Ikoma-gun, Nara, 636-0111

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