Buddhist templeOsaka

Shitennō-ji Temple

四天王寺

Address: 大阪市天王寺区四天王寺1-11-18

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History

The temple associates its foundation with Prince Shōtoku in 593.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

593
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About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

Explore the grounds

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

Golden Hall
Kannon is guarded by the Four Heavenly Kings.
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Five-Story Pagoda
The pagoda embodies the temples relic tradition.
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Lecture Hall
Kannon and Amida embody prayers for this life and the next.
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Middle Gate
Guardian Nio figures protect the southern central precinct entrance.
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Rokuji Hall
The central ceremonial hall honors Yakushi and the Heavenly Kings.
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Amida Hall
A relocated temple hall serves as an Amida pilgrimage sanctuary.
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Prince Shotoku Front Hall
Images of the young Prince Shotoku are honored here.
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Prince Shotoku Inner Hall
The inner hall enshrines a hidden image of Prince Shotoku.
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Gochikoin
Five Wisdom Buddhas are enshrined around Dainichi Nyorai.
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Stone Stage
A stone bridge stage supports traditional ceremonial dance.
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Kamei Hall
Sacred water accompanies prayers for the departed.
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Ganzan Daishi Hall
The hall honors Ryogen and other Buddhist figures.
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Manto Hall
The paper-robed Buddhist figure gives the hall its popular name.
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Treasure Museum
The museum presents the temples treasures.
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South Great Gate
The southern entrance leads toward the central precinct.
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Visiting information

Check before you go

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

Getting there

Walk five minutes south from Shitennōji-mae Yūhigaoka Station.

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Shitennō-ji Temple

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History

Timeline

Historical milestone

Explore the grounds

Golden Hall

Five-Story Pagoda

Lecture Hall

Middle Gate

Rokuji Hall

Amida Hall

Prince Shotoku Front Hall

Prince Shotoku Inner Hall

Gochikoin

Stone Stage

Kamei Hall

Ganzan Daishi Hall

Manto Hall

Treasure Museum

South Great Gate

Visiting information

Getting there