Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (2)
How do I get there directly from Narita Airport?
From Narita Airport (Terminals 1 and 2) take a JR or Keisei rapid train to Narita Station, about 12 minutes, then walk about 10 minutes along the approach to Naritasan Shinshoji. There is no need to change trains.
How do I get there from the nearest station?
About 10 minutes' walk from Narita Station on the JR Narita Line or the Keisei Main Line. From Narita Airport to Narita Station it is about 12 minutes by rapid train. By car it is about an hour from central Tokyo via Narita IC on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway.
Food (1)
What shops are on the approach?
The main approach is lined with long-established eel restaurants dating from the Edo period, along with soba restaurants, sweet shops and souvenir shops. Narita's famous eel dishes and sweets such as yokan are especially popular.
Pets (1)
Can I visit with a pet?
Pets may not be taken inside the halls. Please see the official website or contact the temple directly for details (tel. 0476-22-2111).
Worship (2)
Where can I get a goshuin stamp?
Goshuin desks are located at the great main hall and other halls in the grounds, open 8:00-16:00. They are available at six places: the Peace Pagoda, the Ioden, the Komyodo, the Shakado, the Shusse Inari and the great main hall.
What is the goma prayer service, and do I need to book?
The goma service is a Shingon ritual in which wishes written on goma sticks are offered to the principal image, Fudo Myoo. It is held several times a day, with no advance booking needed; simply apply on the day. You can worship inside the inner sanctuary and experience the powerful atmosphere of the flames and chanting.
Opening hours (1)
What are the visiting hours?
The grounds can be visited 24 hours a day, but the halls, amulet offices and goshuin desks operate 8:00-16:00. The last goma service can change during the New Year period, so we recommend checking the official website in advance.
Prices (1)
Is there a charge to enter the grounds?
Visiting the grounds is free, though a fee applies for goma fire prayers. Some special exhibitions and facilities may be charged separately. Please see the official website for details.
Highlights (2)
Which buildings are Important Cultural Properties?
Five buildings are nationally designated Important Cultural Properties: the Nio gate, the three-storey pagoda, the Shakado, the Komyodo and the Gakudo. Each dates from the Edo to Meiji period, and walking from the great main hall to the Shakado and the former main hall, the Komyodo, traces the temple's historical development.
What is Naritasan Park?
It is a large Japanese garden adjoining the grounds, with plum and cherry blossom in spring, fresh greenery in summer and autumn colours later in the year. Walking paths lead past ponds and waterfalls, making it a good place to rest after your visit.
Tours (1)
How long should I allow?
About an hour to walk round the main halls. Allow 2-3 hours if you also want to stroll in Naritasan Park and try the food along the approach.
Parking (1)
Is there parking? What should I do at busy times such as New Year?
There are car parks around the grounds, but they fill quickly in busy periods such as New Year and Setsubun, so public transport is recommended then.
Other (6)
What is the address?
1 Narita, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
How much is admission?
Visiting the grounds is free (some facilities are charged).
When is it closed?
Open every day.
What are the visiting hours?
Halls and offices 8:00-16:00 (the grounds can be visited 24 hours a day).
How do I get there?
About 10 minutes' walk from Narita Station (JR and Keisei). About 12 minutes by rapid train from Narita Airport to Narita Station. About 10 minutes from Narita IC on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway.