Nanshū-ji Temple: Location & Nearest Station (15 km from Osaka Station)
Nanshū-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Sakai-ku, Osaka Prefecture, about 15 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 | 南宗寺 |
| Location | Sakai-ku, Osaka Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Minato Station – about 0.8 km |
| From Osaka Station | about 15 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 53 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 145 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1557 |
| Designations | Important Cultural Property of Japan, Place of Scenic Beauty |
| Coordinates | 34.56902, 135.46848 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Minato 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 (南宗寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Honden-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Kenpon-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Shukuin Tongū – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Amen-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Shōun-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.