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Osaka: Japan’s Oldest Temple & Bone Buddha Walking Tour

Shitenno-ji Temple

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  • ساعتان
  • إلغاء مجاني حتى 24 ساعة قبل الموعد
  • لغتان
  • تأكيد فوري

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Join this cultural tour to explore two distinctive temples in Osaka that reveal different chapters of Japan’s spiritual history. Your journey begins at Shitenno-ji, founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku and recognized as Japan’s oldest officially established Buddhist temple. Built to honor the Four Heavenly Kings, it represents the early spread of Buddhism in Japan. As you explore its central complex and Pure Land Garden, you will learn about early Buddhist design and the concept of the Western Paradise. The tour continues to Isshinji Temple, known for its modern gate and nearly 900 years of history. Isshinji is famous for its unique “Bone Buddhas,” statues formed from the cremated ashes of more than two million worshippers. This tradition reflects a communal expression of urban faith. Together, these temples present a contrast between the origins of Japanese Buddhism and its modern form, offering insight into Osaka’s spiritual heritage.

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  • Admission to the Pure Land Garden
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Guided tour of Shitennoji and Isshinji Temples
  • Admission to Shitennoji’s main temple complex

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  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses

خط السير

  1. Shitennoji Temple is one of the oldest officially established Buddhist temples in Japan, founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku. Built to honor the Four Heavenly Kings, guardian deities believed to protect the nation, the temple represents the early introduction of Buddhism to Japan. Its central complex follows one of the oldest known temple layouts in the country, reflecting classical Buddhist architectural design from the Asuka period. Despite being rebuilt several times due to fires and conflicts, Shitennoji preserves its original spatial arrangement and spiritual significance. Visitors can explore the central buildings and the serene Pure Land Garden, inspired by Buddhist visions of the Western Paradise. Located in Osaka, the temple offers insight into how Buddhism became deeply rooted in Japanese society and state formation.

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  2. Isshinji Temple is a unique and historically significant Buddhist temple in Osaka with nearly 900 years of history. While its strikingly modern main gate surprises many visitors, the temple is most famous for its extraordinary “Bone Buddhas” (Kotsubotoke). These statues are created from the cremated ashes of deceased worshippers, a practice that began in the 19th century and continues today. More than two million people’s remains have been respectfully enshrined in this way, reflecting a deeply personal and communal expression of urban faith. Isshinji stands as a powerful example of how Buddhist tradition adapted to the needs of modern city life while maintaining spiritual continuity across generations.

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الإلغاء

إلغاء مجاني حتى 24 ساعة قبل بدء التجربة، مع استرداد كامل.

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نقطة الالتقاء
Please meet your guide in front of the stone torii gate (Ishidori) at the main entrance of Shitennoji Temple. The guide will be holding a sign with your name. The meeting point is a short walk from Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station.
الاصطحاب
الجميع يلتقون عند نقطة الانطلاق، ولا يوجد اصطحاب.
نوع التذكرة
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
المشغّل
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Osaka

  • Its from-price is 42% below the median of the 1261 experiences we list in Osaka.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Osaka

Osaka is known as Japan's kitchen, a big-hearted port city of neon canals, street food and a grand castle, with Kyoto, Nara and Kobe close by.

Dotonbori, the canal-side entertainment strip, is the city's beating heart, its giant mechanical crab and glowing billboards reflected in the water. Nearby, the covered arcades of Shinsaibashi and the kitchenware street of Doguyasuji draw shoppers, and Kuromon Market tempts with seafood, wagyu skewers and fruit.

Top-ranked sights in Osaka: Tsutenkaku Tower, Osaka Castle (Osaka-jo), Nara Park (Nara Koen).

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