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Yatadera

矢田寺

Nara · Kansai

Yatadera is a historic temple known for its beautiful gardens and serene atmosphere. It features an impressive main hall and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, especially during the cherry blossom season.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook Yatadera in favor of more famous temples in Nara.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.2· 1,157 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Website
yatadera.or.jp

Today

8:30–17:00

Stored weekly hours

Daily 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Shin-Osaka Station · ~47 min by car

Tags

templehistory

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