Nata-dera Temple

Temple

4.5

This is a temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect located in Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture. It is said that it was established by Taicho in 717. The ground of the temple is large and the nature is beautiful like a landscape painting. The temple is known as the enchanted land with unusual rocks and the main shrine is connected to a huge, rocky cave. It is the sacred place of “Iwa-ya Tainai Kuguri” where sins are purified and people are reborn. There are many buildings including the main shrine and the three-storied pagoda which are certified as important cultural assets of the country. It is also known as a famous sightseeing spot of leaves changing color in autumn. There are no railings on the roads or stairs in the premises, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended when visiting the site.

Spot details

Address: Ishikawa Pref. Komatsushi Natamachi Yu 122
Area: Hakusan / Komatsu Area
Phone: 0761652111
Hours: 9:15-16:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee] [Adult] 600yen [Elementary school students] 300yen [Toddlers] Free [Persons with disabilities] 300yen (required to show notebook) * Special visit 200yen separately
Parking Lot: Available(200spaces)
Credit Card: Available(VISA)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available (Komatsu City Public Not available Line LAN)
Note: Temporary suspension of business:Closed until May 31, 2020 (Information as of May 29, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Not available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Articles about this spot

Review

Natadera in Spring

Reviewedï¼2019.04.18

We came here on a beautiful afternoon and was not disappointed with the temple and its surroundings. The map tht comes along with the admission fee is very useful to cover the full ground from...
Beautiful Japanese garden with Kannon Temple

Reviewedï¼2019.04.18

Came to Natadera after lunch and enjoyed walking through the meticulously manicured Japanese garden. This is the also a Kannon Temple with a huge statue inside. It’s is really peaceful to walk and...
Natadera in the fall

Reviewedï¼2019.01.16

My son and I visited in October 2018. Beautiful fall colors. Local restaurant and shop nearby. Taxi available. Take the train to the station nearby and taxi. Many temples tracks to hike and walk.