Toshodaiji is just the behind the Yakushiji but the contrast of the 2 temple are totally different... read more
Toshodaiji was founded in the year 759 by Ganjin, a Chinese priest who was invited to Japan by the... read more
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Toshodaiji is just the behind the Yakushiji but the contrast of the 2 temple are totally different . It is worth to visit 2 temple together .Especially one can enjoy walking around the garden with more greens than Yakushiji. One can combine the 2 temples...More
Toshodaiji was founded in the year 759 by Ganjin, a Chinese priest who was invited to Japan by the emperor in order to train priests and improve Japanese Buddhism. Ganjin's influence in the introduction & teaching of Buddhism to Japan was monumental. Toshodaiji roughly translates...More
It was founded in 759 by the Tang dynasty Chinese monk Jianzhen during the Nara period. Jianzhen was hired by the newly empowered clans to travel in search of funding from private aristocrats as well. This place is worth visiting to understand the Buddism. We...More
At the Nara park there are many temples, but this one is really the must visit. The building is very nice, big wooden columns, a huge Buddha and worriers.
This temple is located away from the main Nara Park area, so much less visitors. The helpful lady at the Tourist Center told us how to take the bus to get here. It took a little bit of time; if you're tight on time, the...More
Toshodaiji temple is the crown jewel of Nara. Breathtaking and worthwhile a trip if you are in Kyoto or Osaka.
One of many temples in Nara, probably not worth a separate trip but good to see when you are visiting other more famous temples in Nara.
Beautiful classic architecture and a site to behold. Gorgeous structure with important history if you're a history buff! Worth the visit!
One of the Very historical temple in Nara. Very good Togo for a walk and understand its history. Must buy some crackers to feed deers. It is really fun.
The building is beautiful. The main sculptures are moving. Recommended. The time to spend here is brief, but well worth it.
