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Kasuga Taisha is Nara's most celebrated shrine. It was established at the same time as the capital and dedicated to the deity responsible for the protection of the city. Kasuga Taisha was also the tutelary shrine of the Fujiwara, Japan's most powerful family clan of most of the Nara and Heian Periods.
Like the Ise Shrines, Kasuga Shrine had been periodically torn down and rebuilt every 20 years for many centuries. In case of the Kasuga Shrine, however, that Shinto custom was discontinued at the end of the Edo Period.
Kasuga Taisha is famous for its many lanterns which were donated by worshippers. The many bronze lanterns within the shrine and the hundreds of stone lanterns lining the shrine's approach are lit on the occasion of the Lantern Festivals in February and August.
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Kasuga Taisha is located in the far end of Nara Park, when approaching the park from the JR or Kintetsu Station.
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| Hours: | 6:30 to 17:30 (7:00 to 16:30 from November through March) | | Closed: | No closing days | | Admission: | Free (outer area), 500 yen (inner area) |
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Popularity of Kasuga Taisha:
Users who have been to Nara: 1105
Users who have been to Kasuga Taisha: 305 5th of 8 most visited sights in Nara.
68th of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
Ratings for Kasuga Taisha:
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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outstanding
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User Rating (by 179 users):
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85/100
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recommended
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Hotel New Wakasa
5 min walk to Todaiji Temple and Great Buddha. Wireless Internet in lobby. Rooftop open-air Jacuzzi. Private onsen baths.
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Asukaso
A fine ryokan with hot spring bath offering views of the famous five-story pagoda. Located in the heart of Nara town.
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Nara Tours
Various tours and travel packages for Nara and surroundings.
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