Explore the serene Shitennoji Temple courtyard in Osaka under a clear blue sky.Culture

Shitennō-ji

四天王寺

Tennoji, Osaka · 大阪

Japan’s oldest officially administered temple, laid out in a straight line — gate, pagoda, main hall — in the original Korean-derived plan, rebuilt many times since.

Why it’s worth it

On the 21st and 22nd of each month a large flea market fills the grounds. The turtle pond in the west precinct is free and full of them.

CategoryCulture
AreaTennoji
Hours08:30–16:30
Typical spend¥
oldest templepagodaflea market

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