Nara Kōfuku-ji - Private Viewing of the National Treasure Tōkondō and Learning the Teachings of Buddhism

This experience, aimed at foreigners, allows for a private early morning viewing of the National Treasure Tōkondō at Kōfuku-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara, where you can learn deeply about the teachings of Buddhism, breathing techniques, and the background of cultural properties under the guidance of a monk. The guide will be a monk who has trained at Kōfuku-ji. They will explain not only the charm of the building and statues as cultural properties but also the fundamental ideas of Buddhism and practical rituals clearly and thoughtfully. ■ Notes Related to the Expo event

Date & Time

7/9(Wed) 08:20～09:007/25(Fri) 08:20～09:007/31(Thu) 08:20～09:00

Note

[8:20] Gather in front of Tōkondō [8:30] Monks will specially guide you around Tōkondō before the opening [9:00~] Tour ends. You can continue to enjoy Kamikondō and the National Treasure Museum of Kōfuku-ji. Additionally, you can use the "Visual Guide" for free, allowing you to experience unique insights into history that are not usually accessible.

Venue

Hōshōshū Head Temple Kōfuku-ji

Address

48 Noboriōji-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture

Free

Adult 4,000 yen *Reservation required, application needed via HP

parking

Passenger car (regular or light) 1,000 yen per car

Access

Approx. 15 minutes from Kizu IC on the Keihanna Expressway / Approx. 15 minutes from Hōrai Ramp on the 2nd Hanshin Expressway

Access (Public)

Approx. 5 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station / Approx. 15 minutes on foot from JR Kintetsu Station

Contact

075-254-7481 （Sharing Kyoto Co., Ltd.）

URL

https://experience.sharing-kyoto.com/tour/tokondo-meditation/