SHITENNO JI TEMPLE

Looking for some historic places? The Shitennō-ji temple is your answer. Having roots that date back to as early as AD 59, this temple is one of the best and oldest in Osaka, in addition to being the first Buddhist temple in Japan.

Some of the attractions of this ancient temple include the five-storey pagoda, along with numerous other intricately designed and decorated buildings. You can also find the Golden Pavilion here, with many fine paintings and statues, the Lecture Hall as well as a corridor that links multiple gates of the temple.

Location: 1-11-18 Shitennoji, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 543-0051

Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.