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Nakayama-dera Temple

中山寺

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Temple tradition attributes Nakayama-dera’s foundation to Prince Shōtoku.

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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
The main hall enshrines Eleven-Headed Kannon.
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Daishi Hall
The hall is dedicated to Kobo Daishi.
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Amida Hall
Memorial services are held before Amida Buddha.
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Founders Hall
The hall enshrines a standing Prince Shotoku.
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Five Hundred Rakan Hall
The hall houses Shakyamuni and his disciples.
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Mountain Gate
Nio guardians flank the entrance to the precinct.
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Seiryu Pagoda
The five-storey pagoda is distinguished by deep blue.
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Child-Bestowing Jizo
Worshippers dedicate cloths when praying for children.
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Guardian Shrine
The shrine enshrines the precinct guardian and Ebisu.
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Goma Hall
The hall enshrines the Five Wisdom Kings.
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Enma Hall
Enma and the Ten Kings are enshrined here.
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Shiun Hall
The large tiled building includes the temple office.
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Eika Hall
Worshippers once gathered here to chant temple hymns.
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Jurojin Hall
The hall is dedicated to Jurojin.
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Daikoku Hall
The hall is dedicated to Daikokuten.
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Check before you go

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

The temple is a one-minute walk north of Nakayama Kannon Station.

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