Nittai-ji Temple
Nittai-ji Temple
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kittipong t
Bangkok, Thailand95 contributions
May 2017 • Friends
Just 5 minutes walk from subway. It is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Nagoya, Nittai-ji was built in 1904 in order to keep the ashes of Buddha, which the Kingdom of Thailand gave to Japan. Thai people should visit to pay respect & pray to king Rama V monument.
Written 18 May 2017
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Junichi38
Takayama, Japan102 contributions
It is a huge Thai temple located about 10mins walk from kakuouzan subway station(higashiyama line, yellow one) in Nagoya. The street from the station is famous for fashionable cafe and art craft shops. The temple area is very large, but we didn't find many visitors even on weekend. But we saw quite a few Thai tourists making a short visit, and is is obviously very valuable destination, especially for Thai people.
Written 25 April 2015
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Tiddy W.
Bangkok, Thailand5,091 contributions
Nov 2013 • Friends
The temple is so peaceful and calm. I went there in autumn so it's so beautiful while I can see the autumn leaves among the beauty of the temple. The road to the temple is also good for walking.
The history of this temple is interesting....King Rama 5 of Thailand had given Buddha relics to this temple and also King Rama 9 give the Buddhist image and a tablet to this temple too. The name of the temple in one way also express the good relationships between Japan and Thailand.
If come here by subway, when get out of the exit and find the Starbucks...you walk then and enter the small road to temple. The start of the road to the temple, there are some nice shops along the road. The first home restaurant which provide Miso Katsu [Fried pork cutlet with miso sauce in Nagoya style] and Tempura udon....is really RECOMMEND!! *Take small portion of rice if you are not eating champion! That small restaurant is really great! Delicious and cheap!
Back to the temple issue lol, before entering the temple on the right side there is a statue of a goddess for people who always pray for being safe during the journeys. [the one with look like a female goddess before entering the door of the temple]
Come here to touch another peaceful moment and the faith of Buddhism in Japan.
The history of this temple is interesting....King Rama 5 of Thailand had given Buddha relics to this temple and also King Rama 9 give the Buddhist image and a tablet to this temple too. The name of the temple in one way also express the good relationships between Japan and Thailand.
If come here by subway, when get out of the exit and find the Starbucks...you walk then and enter the small road to temple. The start of the road to the temple, there are some nice shops along the road. The first home restaurant which provide Miso Katsu [Fried pork cutlet with miso sauce in Nagoya style] and Tempura udon....is really RECOMMEND!! *Take small portion of rice if you are not eating champion! That small restaurant is really great! Delicious and cheap!
Back to the temple issue lol, before entering the temple on the right side there is a statue of a goddess for people who always pray for being safe during the journeys. [the one with look like a female goddess before entering the door of the temple]
Come here to touch another peaceful moment and the faith of Buddhism in Japan.
Written 27 February 2014
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Pomme758
Brussels, Belgium154 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
Coincidentally i visited on 21st of May.
Every month on 21st, they have a big markets of "small things". Food, fish, vegetables, accessories etc. Thousands of small shop are there.
The temple is worth to visit.
Every month on 21st, they have a big markets of "small things". Food, fish, vegetables, accessories etc. Thousands of small shop are there.
The temple is worth to visit.
Written 2 June 2017
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rookie-m
Kitanagoya, Japan19 contributions
May 2012
Getting of the subway at Kakuozan station on Higashiyama line, (H15) you can find Starbucks coffee on the corner. This means to access to this temple. Temple itself is typical Japanese temple however, you can shop, see and enjoy on the way. There are some cafe and bars that restored old Japanese house into them, nice French restaurant that specialized for vegetable and wine and many more!
Written 28 June 2012
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blinkersNagoya
nagoya2 contributions
Nittaiji is certainly one of Nagoya's "great" temples despite being only a century old. Originally established to house some of the remains of the historical Buddha -- discovered in Northern India towards the end of the 19th century, the site is of enormous importance to the Buddhist community. But what is commonly overlooked is that these remains are not kept within the temple precinct itself. They are located in an enclosure some distance to the north east and housed beneath a beautiful white stone stupa. Special permission is required in order to enter this space which is attached to the huge Nittaiji cemetry.
Written 23 March 2009
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Yukios
Adelaide, Australia102 contributions
Although beautiful, it is without trees, gardens and is of modern construction.
I do not consider it of great interest,but worth including if visiting other sights in the area;particularly if you are in Nagoya for a few days and looking for some places to visit.
I do not consider it of great interest,but worth including if visiting other sights in the area;particularly if you are in Nagoya for a few days and looking for some places to visit.
Written 7 May 2007
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Masako P
Melbourne, Australia260 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
They have market on 21th every month. Lots of food carts on side of street from the kakuozan subway station. Try little bit each as one portion is small and cheap!
Written 3 November 2019
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LjayAmyFelicity
Marana, AZ111 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
Near to the shopping street.
Clean and quiet place.
Spend some minutes after shopping.
Near to train station.
Clean and quiet place.
Spend some minutes after shopping.
Near to train station.
Written 4 February 2018
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J&S_Singapore
Singapore, Singapore5,482 contributions
Mar 2017
We read about the history of this Temple, bringing forth the close relationship between Japan and Thailand. In fact in Nagoya we found very differing temples compared to other Prefecture/Cities we visited. Nittaiji is a Thai-styled Buddhist with Sputa, altar alongside the Japanese-styled setup. Here even the image of Buddha is in Thai script.
To get here is not too difficult but requires some walking. From Exit 1 of Kakuozan Subway Station turn right and right again (you will see a Starbucks Café, hope it is still there!). Alongside the slightly slope street to the temple, there are some interesting shops and fashionable cafe. The Temple is clearly visible from a distance.
At the main gate, there are two Buddhist statues, instead of the usual Nio statues.. Upon entering; there is a large open space (understand Flower market setup here once every month). On site there is also a beautiful Japanese five-storied pagoda too!, Take your time to explore the large premise which includes; a statue of King Chulalongkorn stands next to the stairs leading to the Hondon, Footprint of Buddha: This is made of bronze, and the Bell tower contains a large bell which also carries inscription in Thai script.
The main hall of this temple is where the gold-bronze statue of Buddha is kept. Just in front of the hall, there is a signature of king of Thailand, King Bhumibol Adulyadej. At the west side of this hall, there is calligraphy which symbolises the good friendship between Japan and Thailand.
The temple is so peaceful and large. The weather is cool as it is early spring, awaiting the cheery blossom when we visited.
An enjoyable experience…
To get here is not too difficult but requires some walking. From Exit 1 of Kakuozan Subway Station turn right and right again (you will see a Starbucks Café, hope it is still there!). Alongside the slightly slope street to the temple, there are some interesting shops and fashionable cafe. The Temple is clearly visible from a distance.
At the main gate, there are two Buddhist statues, instead of the usual Nio statues.. Upon entering; there is a large open space (understand Flower market setup here once every month). On site there is also a beautiful Japanese five-storied pagoda too!, Take your time to explore the large premise which includes; a statue of King Chulalongkorn stands next to the stairs leading to the Hondon, Footprint of Buddha: This is made of bronze, and the Bell tower contains a large bell which also carries inscription in Thai script.
The main hall of this temple is where the gold-bronze statue of Buddha is kept. Just in front of the hall, there is a signature of king of Thailand, King Bhumibol Adulyadej. At the west side of this hall, there is calligraphy which symbolises the good friendship between Japan and Thailand.
The temple is so peaceful and large. The weather is cool as it is early spring, awaiting the cheery blossom when we visited.
An enjoyable experience…
Written 29 April 2017
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