A Guide to Strolling through the

Temple’s of Nara’s Saki District

Start

1. 01

   Kintetsu Kashihara Line

   Amagatsuji Station

   Walk for about 10 minutes.

2. 02

   Kikōji

   Walk for about 3 minutes.

3. 03

   Sugawara Tenmangū Shrine

   This shrine is considered the birthplace of the Sugawara family, from which Sugawara no Michizane,
   a renowned historical figure, originated. Within the shrine grounds, there are eight stone statues of cows enshrined.

   Walk for about 2 minutes.

4. 04

   The remains of Sugawara Tenmangūand the Tenjin Moat

   It is said that when Sugawara no Michizane was born, the water from the pond was used as his first bath.

   Walk for about 3 minutes.

5. 05

   Pan to Kurashi Pukupuku-tei (The Plump Bread and Lifestyle Shop)

   A 200-year-old olive tree welcomes you.
   Please take home some bread baked with homemade natural yeast as a souvenir.

   Walk for about 15 minutes.

6. 06

   Saidaiji

   Walk for about 5 minutes.

7. 07

   Kintestu

   Yamato-Saidaiji Station

   There are many dining spots around the Yamato-Saidaiji Station,
   and it is also a convenient place from which to return.