Akishino-dera Temple: Location & Nearest Station (26 km from Osaka Station)
Akishino-dera Temple is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Nara Prefecture, about 26 km in a straight line from Osaka Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Osaka.

| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 秋篠寺 |
| Location | Nara, Nara Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Heijō Station – about 0.8 km |
| From Osaka Station | about 26 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 31 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 113 km (straight line) |
| Established | 776 |
| Designations | National Treasure of Japan |
| Coordinates | 34.70361, 135.77611 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Heijō Station, about 0.8 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (秋篠寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Saidai-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 1 km away
- Sairyū-ji – Buddhist temple, about 1 km away
- Yamagami Hachiman Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Saki Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Joko-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.