Bannaji Temple (Ashikaga)
In Japanese: 鑁阿寺
The former home of the Ashikaga clan, still ringed by a moat and earthen walls. Its main hall is a National Treasure.
National Treasure (main hall); National Historic Site
Nearby
- Ashikaga Gakko (Ashikaga School) ≈ 10 min by car
- Ashikaga Flower Park ≈ 25 min by car
- Sano Yakuyoke Daishi (Sojuji Temple) ≈ 30 min by car
- Kiryu Shinmachi Historic District ≈ 35 min by car
- Karasawayama Castle Ruins ≈ 35 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 10 min walk from JR Ashikaga Station (Ryomo Line)
- Fee
- Free (grounds)
- Booking
- Main hall viewing is by advance reservation only (local tourism site).
- Good to know
- Main hall interior by advance booking only (paid)
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info