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    Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple

    1,971 Reviews
    #1 of 141 things to do in Narita
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    Closed Now: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    1 Narita, Narita 286-0023, Chiba Prefecture
    Open today: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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    This temple is known for its fire ritual, which is performed several times a day. Visitors wishing to know their fortunes can purchase paper oracles from vending machines located on the grounds or pay a visit to one of the local soothsayers.
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    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    1 Narita, Narita 286-0023, Chiba Prefecture
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    All reviews narita airport few hours couple of hours main hall shops and restaurants beautiful garden cherry blossoms long layover nice walk free shuttle walk around shopping street minute walk japanese garden japanese culture unagi ji temple
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Very nice place

    This is a very nice temple... you will enjoy the serenity of the place. It is also calm and quiet. The garden landscape is very beautiful. You can also enjoy the Cherry Blossom trees there. This is a must visit in Japan. You can enjoy...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank MikayJPN
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Power spot

    Nice and fresh with many power. A place for praying of good fortune and nice view. Take a walk and relax.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank 708winstono
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Famous Shingonshu Buddism Temple

    I’m not a Buddhist, but I do respect the monk Kukai as a scholar. He was one of several Japanese men who went to Xi’an to learn Chinese language and trained to be a Buddhist monk. When he returned to Japan, he established Shingonshu Buddhism.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank RayParks
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Beautiful and historical

    Loved visiting this temple and the surrounding grounds. The Gardens and waterfall were beautiful this spring

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank Strawberrymommaof4
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Beautiful Temple

    This temple is well worth your time. We were very fortunate to attend a 6 a.m. fire burning ceremony.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank Navigate810999
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Temole

    Very nice old temple in great shape. Enjoyed the area and shops around it. Many shops offering free samples!

    Date of experience: March 2019
    1  Thank Tom B
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Just breathtaking in the morning

    Make sure you go early before the crowds get there. It is such a very holy and tranquil site. The best part is behind the entire temple, there is the most magnificent Japanese garden park that is a must visit as well. I sat there...More

    Date of experience: March 2019
    1  Thank MamaT23
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    If you like crowds

    A significant place and full of tourists. On a quaint and interesting street with the famous rice cakes and barbecued eel meals.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank Maps823099
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Stunning

    What a wonderful treat to be able to visit such an important temple in Narita. Well worth visiting any time of the year.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank AUKTourist
    Reviewed March 16, 2019 via mobile
    Brief visit

    It's worth visiting. A fairly large temple complex which is close to Narita airport meaning you can pop out for the day.

    Date of experience: March 2019
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    drnarainb
    February 16, 2018|
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    Response from 976RichardK | Reviewed this property |
    The hotel Richmond is very nice and close. Just a short walk to the Naritasan Hhinsho-ji Temple and just an escalator ride from the train station. I usually stay at the Toyoko-Inn and take the shuttle to both the Temple and... More
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    December 22, 2017|
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    Response from symbolman | Reviewed this property |
    It's is a beautiful temple very calming, take ttt he time to see and enjoy.
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    September 22, 2017|
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    Response from travelcap a | Reviewed this property |
    Yes.. Afternoon is fine. The walk to the temple is nice, for shopping you can go to Aeon mall (tax free). Nothing much around.
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