← Limited events
Seasonal moment
Daian-ji Eleven-headed Kannon Autumn Opening 2026
An autumn-only opening reveals Daian-ji's Eleven-headed Kannon statue.
Official information checked: 2026-11-02
Daian-ji, Nara City9:00 AM–5:00 PM; reception by 4:00 PM
Plan your visit
- Event dates
- October 1–November 30, 2026; no scheduled closure in this period.
- Address
- Daian-ji, Nara City
- Admission
- Adult ¥800 in total: base admission ¥600 plus the October–November special-opening surcharge ¥200. High-school pupils and younger: ¥500 total.
- Reservation
- The official announcement does not state a reservation requirement or deadline.
What to know
A defined autumn access period provides a quieter Buddhist-sculpture stop beyond the main Nara Park route.
The official listing gives a bus journey to Daianji stop followed by about ten minutes on foot. Group monk-led explanations require separate arrangements; they are not included automatically.
Highlights
A defined autumn access period provides a quieter Buddhist-sculpture stop beyond the main Nara Park route.
Good for
Editorial suggestion: Buddhist-art lovers and repeat Nara visitors.
Suggested stay
Suggested stay: 45–60 minutes.