Awaji Provincial Temple: A Journey Through Time
Discover ancient Buddhist heritage at Awaji Provincial Temple, a serene escape with historical foundations dating back to the 8th century.
Awaji Provincial Temple, or Awaji Kokubun-ji, is a Ritsu-sect Buddhist temple in Minamiawaji, Hyogo, Japan, with foundation stones dating back to 740 AD. As the successor to a temple established by Emperor Shōmu during the Nara period, it offers a serene glimpse into Japan's ancient past.
A brief summary to Awaji Provincial Temple
- 331 Yagikokubu, Minamiawaji, Yagikokubu, Hyogo, 656-0434, JP
- +81799-42-4773
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to experience the temple's peaceful atmosphere before the crowds arrive.
- Take time to explore the temple grounds and discover the foundation stones of the original pagoda.
- Check out the Awajishima Museum to view ancient roof tiles and artifacts excavated from the temple.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Osaka, take a bus to Kosoku Awaji Shichi. From there, transfer to a local bus towards Minamiawaji. Get off at the Yagikokubu bus stop, which is a short walk to the temple. The bus fare from Osaka to Kosoku Awaji Shichi is approximately ¥3,982. Local bus fares vary depending on the distance, but expect to pay around ¥300-500 for the final leg of the journey.
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Taxi
Taxis are available from Minamiawaji city center or nearby towns. A taxi ride from the Awaji-shima Museum to Awaji Kokubun-ji will cost approximately ¥2,000 - ¥3,000, depending on traffic and distance.
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Awaji Island
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Janohire Dolphin Farm
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Sumoto Castle Ruins
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Ohama Beach
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Awaji Country Garden
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Unmissable attractions to see
Awaji Farm Park England Hill
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Uzu no Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Museum
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Awaji Monkey Center
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Naruto Park
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Ochaen Observation Deck
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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