Shitennoji Temple
In Japanese: 四天王寺
Founded by Prince Shotoku in 593, a temple whose central compound keeps its original straight-line layout, rebuilt after the war.
Important Cultural Properties (Rokuji Raisando etc.)
Nearby
- Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory ≈ 15 min by car
- Shinsekai & Tsutenkaku Tower ≈ 15 min by car
- Kuromon Market ≈ 15 min by car
- Hozenji Yokocho ≈ 20 min by car
- Namba Yasaka Shrine ≈ 20 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 5 min walk from Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station (Tanimachi Line)
- Fee
- Grounds free; central compound ¥500, treasure hall ¥500, garden ¥300
- Good to know
- Central compound 8:30-16:30 (to 16:00 Oct-Mar); open every day
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info