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Banna-ji Temple

鑁阿寺

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The former Ashikaga residence precinct was designated a national historic site in 1921.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Hall
Main hall enshrining Dainichi Nyorai, with early examples of Zen-style architectural details.
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Sutra Hall
Scripture repository containing an octagonal revolving sutra cabinet.
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Tahōtō Pagoda
Pagoda enshrining Dainichi Nyorai and Seishi Bosatsu.
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Tower Gate
Temple entrance with Niō guardian statues on either side.
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Fudō Hall
Hall enshrining a Heian-period Fudō Myōō image.
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Great Ginkgo
Large ginkgo recognized as a natural monument within the temple grounds.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The temple’s access page states that entry is free; this does not establish access to every interior.

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