Buddhist temple
Sennen-ji
専念寺（せんねんじ）
Nara, Nara Prefecture
A temple of the Shinshū Ōtani-ha (Higashi Honganji) in Kamisanjō-chō, along Sanjō-dōri in Nara. In its main hall a standing statue of Amida Nyorai is enshrined as the principal image, and shōmyō chanting gatherings and memorial services are held.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Amida Nyorai
History and things to know
According to the temple's records, it began when the founder, Kikuchi Masakatsu, received the teaching of Jitsunyo, the ninth head of Hongan-ji, in the Eishō era, became a monk, and took the name 正了. In Eishō 10 he received writing in the founder's own hand and a painted portrait of Prince Shōtoku, and his son 了裕 built a hall in Keichō 2, when Kyōnyo was staying in Yamato, and named it Sennen-ji.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 専念寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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