What other travelers are saying about Shitenno-ji Temple
This temple is worth a visit if you are nearby, as it's not too crowded and therefore it offers a peaceful experience. The impressive 5-story pagoda, as well as some beautiful paintings and statues, make it also a remarkable place. Notably, it is one of the oldest temples in Japan, with a history dating back to the 6th century. Although it has been destroyed and rebuilt several times, today it presents a perfect appearance. In fact, I read that the temple was last destroyed by a typhoon in 1934 and restored to its current state in 1963, which explains the current perfect look.
I found it underwhelming.
The main temple has a spiral staircase to the top level. Unfortunately climbing the temple is a total waste of time & when you get to the top there is no view it has no ventilation either.
The other temple opposite has payers being said for people who have paid for this service & saves the whole place from a 1 star review. This a quite fascinating.
You cannot take any photos within any temple.
Some outdoor shrines are photo worthy.
You really don't need to go inside.
On the plus side there are plenty of free, clean toilets.
A big functional temple that not overly crowded. Most of the signs are in Japanese but with optional QR code for English. The place is serene and peaceful. There are a lot of spots that not allow photography. And to get inside the heart of the temple (5-story tall) it’s 300 yens per person. It’s good place to checkout cultural place but I’d not go out of my way just to come here.
Stunning shrine with beautiful Japanese architecture. Features many smaller shrines around the large grounds around the main temple. Even prettier at dusk when all the lanterns turn on
Shitennoji temple in Osaka was founded in 593 and it was the first state established Buddhist temple in in Japan. It was destroyed several times over the years due to various reasons and been rebuilt over the centuries and the last reconstruction took place in 1963. The temple complex has several structures, the best one is the colorful five story pagoda. There is a beautiful garden inside where we could see cherry blossom on 12th April