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Saidai-ji Temple
西大寺Nara · Kansai
Saidai-ji Temple is the head temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect located in Nara City, Nara Prefecture. It was established during the Nara period at the request of Emperor Kōken and is designated as an important cultural property and a nationally designated historic site.
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.1· 1,170 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Website
- saidaiji.or.jp/english
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
8:30–16:30Stored weekly hours
Daily 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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