Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, Narita

The temple is a harmonious blend of old temple architecture over the years and also newly built shrines. This place attracts a lot of tourists. The temple grounds are so vast that you may have to spend an entire day exploring the place. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you will take a walk under the green trees. Many temples were built here. Just for convenience, I also noticed some places where elevators are installed. I only visit this place for 1-2 hours. It is not yet possible to explore all of this place. If you arrive at Narita Airport, it will take you about 20 minutes by train and a short walk to get there. A flight landed early in the morning, spent a day exploring Mount Narita, and returned to bustling Tokyo late in the afternoon to continue his journey. Will you try it?

A beautiful and peaceful temple with so much history and character. The grounds are spacious and there are many beautiful buildings, gardens and traditional details to explore. One thing I really appreciated was the lift available to go down, which makes it much easier for visitors who may find the stairs or slopes challenging. Definitely worth visiting when in Narita. A lovely place to slow down, walk around and enjoy the atmosphere.

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple was one of the most memorable places I visited in Narita, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone traveling through this area. When many people think of Narita, the first thing that comes to mind is Narita International Airport. However, if you have enough time before or after your flight, I strongly recommend visiting Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. It gives you a completely different impression of Narita and allows you to experience a much more traditional and peaceful side of Japan. From the moment I arrived at the impressive main gate, I could immediately feel the history and atmosphere of this place. The large wooden structures, traditional roofs, stone lanterns, and beautiful details throughout the temple grounds were even more impressive in person than they appeared in photographs. One of the things I especially enjoyed was simply walking around the temple grounds slowly. There are many buildings and areas to discover, and each one has its own character. The three-story pagoda is particularly beautiful, with its colorful and detailed decorations standing out against the traditional temple surroundings. The temple grounds are quite spacious, so I recommend giving yourself enough time rather than rushing through. Walking from one building to another, you can enjoy the architecture, the quiet atmosphere, the trees, and the changing scenery. Even though there were other visitors, there were moments when the temple felt surprisingly calm and peaceful. What I liked most about Naritasan Shinshoji was that it did not feel like just another tourist attraction. There is a sense of history here, but at the same time it is still a living place of worship. Seeing people quietly praying and visiting the different halls made the experience feel much more meaningful. The surrounding area is also worth exploring. The walk toward the temple has a traditional Japanese atmosphere, with shops, restaurants, and old-style buildings along the way. Because of this, visiting Naritasan Shinshoji can easily become a half-day trip rather than just a quick stop. For travelers using Narita Airport, this is especially worth considering. Instead of spending several hours only at the airport, coming into Narita City and visiting this temple can give you a wonderful final memory of Japan — or a beautiful first impression when you arrive. I personally enjoy places where you can not only take beautiful photographs but also slow down and feel the history and atmosphere of the destination. Naritasan Shinshoji was exactly that kind of place for me. The architecture is beautiful, the temple grounds are impressive, and the peaceful atmosphere makes it a wonderful place to walk and reflect. If I visit Narita again, I would happily return here and spend even more time exploring the temple grounds. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Narita, especially travelers who enjoy Japanese history, traditional architecture, temples, photography, and peaceful places. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Good local temple in Narita, I like vibe inside, area very large you can walk and see many places in temple also they’ve big park like forest, they’ve hut for everyone take rest and provided free hot, cold water, green tea hot and cold that’s good. Recommend if your transit in Narita airport too long just take train from airport to there one station then walk to temple just 1.4 km. PS. This temple no entry fee.

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful temple. The grounds are stunning, with so many areas to explore, making it easy to spend a few hours just walking around and taking it all in. I loved participating in some of the traditional rituals and learning about the history of the temple. If you’re visiting Narita, this is a must-see. I recommend coming earlier in the day when the shops along Omotesando Street are open so you can enjoy both the temple and the local food and shopping. It was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. ⛩️🤍