Shitennoji
3 expert reviews
“Tenno-ji, as this temple is popularly known, is one of the most important historic sights in Osaka and the oldest temple in Japan.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's
"Founded over 1,400 years ago as the first -- and therefore oldest -- officially established temple in Japan, Shitennoji Temple is the spiritual heart of Osaka."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Shitennō-ji is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, said to be founded (in 593) by priest-prince Shotoku-taishi (who first spread Buddhism in Japan). "
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