The Majestic Todaiji Daibutsuden: A Cultural Treasure in Nara

Getting There

• Public Transportation

  If you are in Osaka, take the Kintetsu Nara Line from Osaka Namba Station to Kintetsu Nara Station. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes and costs around 560 yen. Once you arrive at Kintetsu Nara Station, exit the station and head towards the bus stop. Take the Nara Kotsu bus (number 70 or 72) from the bus terminal in front of the station to 'Daibutsuden Kasuga Taisha-mae' bus stop. The bus ride takes about 10 minutes and costs around 210 yen. From the bus stop, it is a short walk (about 10 minutes) to Todaiji Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall).

• Car

  If you are driving from Osaka, take the Hanshin Expressway (Route 16) to the Nishi-Meihan Expressway toward Nara. The drive takes about 50 minutes depending on traffic. Once you reach Nara, follow the signs for 'Nara Park' and 'Todaiji'. There is parking available at Nara Park, which costs about 500 yen for a few hours. After parking, it is a 15-minute walk to Todaiji Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall).

• Public Transportation from Kyoto

  From Kyoto Station, take the JR Nara Line to Nara Station, which takes about 45 minutes and costs approximately 720 yen. Upon arrival at Nara Station, follow the same instructions as mentioned for Osaka: take the Nara Kotsu bus (number 70 or 72) to 'Daibutsuden Kasuga Taisha-mae' bus stop for about 210 yen, and then walk for about 10 minutes to reach Todaiji Daibutsuden.