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The red-pillared Central Golden Hall of Kōfuku-ji, rebuilt in 2018, under a blue summer sky.
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Kōfuku-ji

Kōfuku-ji is a Buddhist temple in central Nara, moved here in 710 as the family temple of the Fujiwara clan and head temple of the Hossō school. Its Central Golden Hall was rebuilt in 2018, the National Treasure Museum shows statues such as the Ashura, and the five-storey pagoda of 1426 is under repair until about 2033.

Good to know

Opening hours
Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source kohfukuji.com

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
Mon09:00–17:00
Tue09:00–17:00
Wed09:00–17:00
Thu09:00–17:00
Fri09:00–17:00
Sat09:00–17:00
Sun09:00–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Kōfuku-ji?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00.

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