Kondo (Main Hall)

This is the oldest structure in the Horyuji temple's Western Precinct. The hall's deep eaves give it a beautiful shape which exudes stability. The hall has two hip-and-gable tiled roofs as well as a pent roof on the lower level; the roof tiles blend more harmoniously than shingles would with the rafters, mica, and cloud-shaped brackets under the deep eaves. The hall has been designated a National Treasure. The hall enshrines statues of the Shakyamuni Triad, Bhaisajyaguru, and the Amitabha Triad.

Spot details

Address: Nara Ikoma-gun Ikarugacho Horyuji Sannai Map
Area: Ikaruga / Yamatokoriyama Area
Phone: 0745752555
Hours: [Horyuji Temple] 8:00-17:00 (until 16:30 from 11/4 to 2/21)
Closed: [Horyuji] open everyday
Fees: [Horyuji Admission fee to worship] 1,500 yen (common to Saiin Garan, Daihozoin, and Toin Garan)