Asuka in itself is beautiful but this temple was really serene. Had the chance to go on a day that isn’t crowded at all, although we had a couple of other elderly Japanese tourists with us who were really fascinated by the place too. It’s 400 yen per adult. They can give you an English map and guide too. Rest station and Washroom are all nicely kept and clean. The area is really beautiful, I have no other words.
Piękna i spokojna świątynia ze ślicznymi sakurami. Wejście kosztuje 350 jenow. Very beautiful and quiet temple. Sakura trees look amazing when in full bloom. It costs 350 yen to enter. This place is connected with history of Shotoku Prince from VII century.
Beautiful Buddhist temple with several original structures
This ancient temple was built by order of the Emperor and was the birthplace of Prince Shotoku. It is one of the seven great temples built by Prince Shotoku, and its other name is Bosatsuji. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but it is said to have been built gradually from the early to late 600s.
In the past, many temples and towers were built. However, it was destroyed by lightning and military fire. During the Edo period, only one building remained, but it was rebuilt in 1864.
Tachibana is the original species of mandarin orange, and the fruit was brought back by Tadoma no Kami, who went to China to search for the elixir of eternal youth and longevity on the imperial order of the Emperor. The name of the place comes from the fact that when it was sown in this area, it sprouted. Another item he brought back was brown sugar, and Tadomamori was worshiped as the ancestor of mandarin oranges and sweets. This is said to be the reason why many long-established confectionery shops have the name Tachibana. I think it would be a good idea to visit if you have a job related to confectionery.
The temple grounds are open to the public. It is also possible to walk through the largest Taishido. Please note that all photography is prohibited inside the temple.
There are many things to see, but the ceiling paintings of Ojoin are definitely worth seeing. There are 260 beautifully drawn flowers embedded in the sky, making it worth seeing. It's worth visiting just for this. You can take photos of the ceiling paintings, but not in other areas. A book containing ceiling paintings is also on sale. You can buy it at Taishido for 2500 yen. Samples are also provided, so please refer to them when purchasing.
Entrance fee is 400 yen per adult. Admission to the shrine grounds is free.
Private parking available. There are restrooms and vending machines on the premises.
This place, which is about a 5-minute drive from Asuka-dera Temple, is connected to Prince Shotoku, and I was recommended to visit by the receptionist at Asuka-dera's shrine office. Tachibana-dera Temple is said to be the birthplace of Prince Shotoku, and is said to have been built by the prince himself. The Tendai sect's mountain name is Butto-san, and its principal image is a seated statue of Prince Shotoku (a nationally important cultural property).When it was first built in the 7th century, there were many temples lined up, but it was destroyed by fire, and the current main hall dates back to the Edo period. The shrine was rebuilt and enshrined the Gohonzon and is called the Prince's Palace. Inside the shrine grounds, there is a statue of Kurokoma, the beloved horse of the prince, and a two-faced stone (Nimenseki), a stonework from the Asuka period, with two human faces engraved on its back, said to represent good and evil. It was written that the events that happened were determined by one's own way of thinking and consciousness, whether good or bad, and how one's mind was held.It was very meaningful, and I was smiling to myself as I realized it. I received the stamp of ``Shotokuden'' at the awarding place in the main hall of the Prince's Hall, and there is also the ``Prince's Birthplace''. If I go to the shrine, I wonder if I'll be able to distinguish between 10 people's voices at once.
