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Tōdai-ji

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https://www.todaiji.or.jp/

 Tips about Tōdai-ji

Tōdai-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage site, houses the giant Great Buddha within the largest wooden structure globally. Visitors can explore the grand Buddha hall, learn about the history of the sight in a small museum, and enjoy encounters with the Nara deer outside.

What to do: Explore the Great Buddha hall, visit the small museum, and witness the impressive wooden structures.
What to eat: Enjoy the tranquil ambiance and perhaps have a picnic within Nara Deer Park.
What to avoid: Refrain from touching the baby fowl/deer to prevent any issues with abandonment.
Tips to enhance your experience: Get a Goshuin stamp for good fortune, crawl through the tight hole, and appreciate the overall grandeur of the temple and its surroundings.

Opening Hours

• Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Saturday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Sunday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8587, Japan

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