[2025 Takatori Attraction] Travel Guide for Tsubosaka Temple Osato Sawaichi Statue (Updated May)

#cherryblossom25 Tsubosaka-dera Temple During Cherry Blossom Season: Tsubosaka-dera (壷阪寺), located in Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture, is a historic and spiritual temple that becomes breathtakingly beautiful during the cherry blossom season. Nestled in the mountains of the Yamato region, it offers a peaceful, elevated perspective, both literally and spiritually. Highlights During Sakura Season: • Scenic Mountain Setting: Perched on Mt. Tsubosaka, the temple overlooks the Yoshino basin. In spring, the view is filled with blooming cherry trees that surround the temple buildings and cascade down the hills. • Blossoms & Buddha: One of the most iconic sights is the enormous Great Buddha statue (Daibutsu) framed by delicate sakura petals — a powerful visual symbol of serenity and impermanence. • Cultural Depth: Tsubosaka-dera is deeply rooted in history, founded in the 8th century, and associated with healing and compassion. Pilgrims often come to pray for eye health, adding emotional and spiritual layers to the hanami experience. • Tranquil Atmosphere: Unlike more tourist-heavy temples, it retains a quiet, sacred feeling, making it ideal for reflection, photography, or meditative walks among the blossoms.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 🌸 In the spring in Nara, in addition to Nara Park and Mount Yoshino, there is also a hidden secret place for cherry blossoms - Tsubosaka Temple! This ancient temple, built in 703 AD, not only has a long history, but is also famous for enshrining the Eleven-Headed Thousand-Armed Guanyin Bodhisattva, who is believed to protect the eyes and cure eye diseases. 🌸 Sakura Buddha: Every spring, the cherry blossoms in Tsubosaka Temple are in full bloom, and the 15-meter-high Sakyamuni Buddha is surrounded by a sea of ​​pink flowers, forming a beautiful picture, which is called the "Sakura Buddha". This scene was once used as a promotional poster for Kinki Nippon Railway, and it is so beautiful that you can't take your eyes off it. 🌸 Exotic style: Huban Temple is deeply influenced by Indian culture. There are many Indian-style stone statues and reliefs in the temple, such as the 20-meter-high stone statue of Guanyin and the 50-meter-long relief of the Buddha's biography. These stone statues and reliefs add a sense of mystery and solemnity to the temple. 🌸 Prayer experience: Tsubasa Temple is the sixth of the 33 sacred sites of Guanyin in the West Country and is famous for its efficacy in curing eye diseases. The temple also offers creative products such as eye-related amulets, eye drops, and hand towels, which are perfect for buying as souvenirs. 🌸 Useful Information: Address: Tsubosaka 3rd Floor, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara Prefecture Admission: Adults 600 yen, children 100 yen, free for children under 5 years old Transportation: About 20 minutes by bus or taxi from Kintetsu Tsubosakayama Station 🌸 Tips: When viewing cherry blossoms in spring, it is recommended to plan your trip in advance to avoid peak hours. There is also a night cherry blossom light show at Tsubasa Temple at night, and the atmosphere is particularly dreamy. Huban Temple is not only an ancient temple with a long history, but also a scenic spot with beautiful scenery in all seasons. Whether it is praying or taking photos, this place can give you an unforgettable experience! Come and feel the charm of this thousand-year-old temple! ✨

Tsubosaka-dera Temple in Nara Prefecture. It's beautiful during the cherry blossom season, but it's also very beautiful during the autumn leaves season🍁 Please stop by if you come to Asuka. It's a very impressive temple. It's large, so it takes about an hour to look around slowly. I went with my child, so it took about two hours😅 3 Tsubosaka, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara Prefecture 635-0102 8:30am - 5:00pm, open all year round Parking fee: Regular car 300 yen/30 minutes, maximum 1,500 yen per day Bus 2,000 yen/day, motorcycle 200 yen/day

It takes more than an hour to drive from the center of Nara to reach Tsubosaka Temple. There is a large paid parking lot in the temple, and there are also a few free parking spaces next to it. The temple is located on a beautiful mountain and offers stunning views of the red leaves in autumn. The Buddha is surrounded by colorful Japanese paper umbrellas, which add vitality and beauty. In addition to the main hall, there are several palaces and places to view. Compared to the hustle and bustle of the city center, this place is more peaceful and comfortable, and it is highly recommended for tourists who come to the Kansai area or Nara for an in-depth tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery. 🕰️Business hours: 08:30-17:00 Open all year round 📍Address: 3, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara Prefecture, 635-0102 💰Average consumption: Adults 700 yen

"Tsubosaka-dera" This time, we will introduce Tsubosaka-dera in Nara Prefecture😊 The oldest Kannon temple in Japan, the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage, is holding a hydrangea tour project "Yamato Three Great Kannon Hydrangea Corridor" at the three temples of Tsubosaka-dera, Hasedera, and Okadera, which are the three temples in Nara Prefecture that are the temples of the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage☺️💠💐It is a popular temple for its Great Cherry Blossom Buddha, but during the hydrangea season, it has a wonderful and elaborate production🤗💠💐 Along with the gentle Great Buddha, there are many colorful hydrangea pots on display, and there are also cute Jizo statues everywhere, which will warm your heart and soothe you☺️Enjoy hydrangeas, which have been loved since the Heian period, at Tsubosaka-dera, which was named by Sei Shonagon as her number one favorite temple🥰💠💐 Try to find the Jizo statues too! 💠💐 Kosaka-dera Temple, Hydrangea Corridor💐💠 🗓May 25th, 2024 (Sat) - July 7th, 2024 (Sun)📍3 Kosaka, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara Prefecture⏰8:30-17:00🚃 Take the bus from Kosakayama Station to Kosaka-dera-mae and get off at the "Kosaka-dera-mae" stop💰 600 yen for adults, 100 yen for high school students and younger, free for infants #NaraTourism #NaraHydrangea #HydrangeaTemple #HydrangeaSpot #HydrangeaCorridor #Kosaka-deraTemple #KinkiTourism

The rainy season is about to begin, which is a horrible time of year☔️ But hydrangeas are in full bloom during the rainy season✨ There are many great spots to see hydrangeas😍 Today, I would like to introduce "Tsubosaka-dera Temple" in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture. " [Highlights of Tsubosaka-dera Temple] In spring, the "Sakura Buddha" is popular as the Great Buddha, with cherry blossoms blooming as if they are enveloping it, but in the coming rainy season, the "Hydrangea Buddha" is popular, with colorful hydrangeas surrounding the Buddha✨ The types of hydrangea pots surrounding the Buddha are also noteworthy, and in addition to the common Western hydrangeas, you can also see rare hydrangeas such as the double-flowered hydrangea and the Otafuku hydrangea, which is characterized by its rounded petals🥰 [Things to note when taking photos] The hydrangeas are basically planted in pots rather than growing as they are. There are hydrangeas around the Great Buddha at the bottom and lined up on the stage above💡 On the stage, there is an area that is large enough for one person to enter, like an observation deck! The width is such that only one person can enter at a time, so please be considerate to others when taking photos! ------------------------------------------------ That's all! What do you think? A must-see spot for camera lovers📸 A spot where you can enjoy hydrangeas even on rainy days, so please be sure to check it out! ~~~~~~Information~~~~~~📍Tsubosaka Temple ・Address: 3 Tsubosaka, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara Prefecture・Access: 10 minutes by taxi from Tsubosakayama Station・Visiting hours: 8:30-17:00・Visiting fee: 800 yen, parking 500 yen ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Kinki Tourism #Domestic Travel #Japan's Greatest Views #Nara Tourism

Location: Tsubosakadera / Nara Tsubosakadera Temple: Where Sakura Blooms Around the Buddha Tsubosakadera Temple, located in Nara Prefecture, is a unique and historically significant temple. Built around 717 AD, it combines Japanese and Indian architectural styles. Here's what makes Tsubosakadera special: 1. Cherry Blossom Buddha: - Within the temple grounds stands a giant Buddha statue surrounded by cherry blossoms. - The sight of the Sakura Daibutsu—Buddha covered in pink and white petals—is awe-inspiring. - These blossoms symbolize impermanence and renewal. 2. Healing Abilities: - Tsubosakadera Temple is renowned for its healing properties. - Visitors believe that being near the Buddha statue during cherry blossom season brings spiritual and physical well-being. 3. Indian Influence: - The temple features several Indian-style Buddhas and a Taj Mahal-style sanctuary. - These white stone carvings were gifts from India, expressing gratitude for the temple's work in aiding leprosy sufferers. 4. Cherry Blossom Viewing: - During spring, the temple becomes even more enchanting. - Cherry blossom trees adorn the surroundings, creating a breathtaking scene against the backdrop of Mount Gohareizan. Tsubosakadera Temple invites visitors to experience the harmonious blend of spirituality, history, and natural beauty. #さくら2024 #CherryBlossom2024 #櫻花2024

📍Tsubosaka-dera Temple The cherry blossoms usually reach full bloom between late March and early April. The appearance of the Great Buddha surrounded by cherry blossoms is called the "Sakura Daibutsu" The paper cutting goshuin stamps are definitely recommended during this time ⏰Opening hours 8:30 to 17:00 Open all year round *Extended viewing until 20:00 during night viewing period 🅿️Parking lot Parking fee (1 day): 500 for regular cars 💰Admission fee Adults 800 yen 🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤🔤 📍Tsubosaka-dera Temple The cherry blossoms are in full bloom from late March to early April every year. The appearance of the Great Buddha surrounded by cherry blossoms is called the "Sakura Daibutsu" The paper cutting goshuin stamps are definitely recommended during this time ⏰Opening hours 8:30 to 17:00 Open all year round *Extended viewing hours until 20:00 during night viewing periods 🅿️Parking lot Parking fee (1 day): 500 for regular cars 💰Admission fee Adults 800 yen #Sakura2024 #Nara #Tsubosakadera #Sakura #Sakuraspectacularview #Naratrip #Naramachi

Allow me to introduce you to the "Top 5 Breathtaking Spring Spots in Nara Prefecture🌸✨". While many might associate the cherry blossoms of Kansai with Kyoto, Nara Prefecture is also home to numerous stunning cherry blossom spots😳. This time, we're not only featuring cherry blossoms but also tulip spots. Please do consider these recommendations☺️✨. 📍①②#Kohasanji Temple Address: 3 Kohasan, Takatori Town, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture, 635-0102 Operating hours: 0830-1700 Admission fee: Adults 600 yen, Under 17: 100 yen Recommended: The recently popular cherry blossom Buddha spot🌸. The cherry blossoms blooming in various places are truly a sight to behold☺️. ⚠Note: The temple is quite far from the station, so it's advisable to use a bus or private vehicle to get there🥺. 📍③④#Cherry Blossoms of Yoshinoyama Address: Yoshinoyama, Yoshino Town, Yoshino District, Nara Prefecture, 639-3115 Operating hours: 24 hours Illumination: March 27th to April 16th, 18:00-22:00 Cost: The price varies depending on where you get off the ropeway🤔. Recommended: Yoshinoyama, a World Heritage site, is a breathtaking spot where about 30,000 cherry trees bloom in all their glory!🌸 Do visit if you get a chance☺️. ⚠Note: Be sure to check the best viewing times on the official website before you go☝️. 📍⑤#Ikusaka Pond Address: Somanouchi Town, Tenri City, Nara Prefecture, 632-0032 Operating hours: 24 hours Cost: Free Recommended: The charm of the single cherry tree is its size, which is evident when compared to people🌸. It's especially recommended to visit during sunset🙌. ⚠Note: As public transportation is not convenient, it's recommended to go by car😭. 📍⑥⑦#Umami Kogen Park Address: Samida, Kawai Town, Kitakatsuragi District, Nara Prefecture, 635-0817 Operating hours: 24 hours Cost: Free Recommended: The view of the sunset and tulips is like a scene from abroad🌷. It's recommended to visit during sunset☺️. ⚠Note: As the parking lot is only open from 0800-1800, it might be a tight squeeze to catch the sunset😭.