To the east of Todaiji Temple, Nigatsudo is a smaller temple also part of Todaiji, but an important complex in its own right.
There is a few route to get to Nigatsu-do. Unfortunately all the route is not accessible by wheelchair. You can enjoy the view of building from outside by getting there by taxi.
There is a few route to get to Nigatsu-do. Unfortunately all the route is not accessible by wheelchair. You can enjoy the view of building from outside by getting there by taxi.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Todai-ji Nigatsu-dōAddress: 406-1 Zoushi-cho Nara-shi Nara-ken 630-8587Telephone Number: `+81-742-22-5511Opening Hours: 8:00~17:00Closed: Open Year RoundGeneral Admission Fee: NoneDiscount for those with Disabilities: NoneHome Page URL: https://www.todaiji.or.jp/en/information/nigatsudo/AccessNearest Bus Stop: Tōdai-ji Daibutsuden / Kasuga Taisha-mae (City Bus)Distance from Nearest Bus Stop: 14min by walk (1km)Approximate travel time from bus stop: 25min walk from Kintetsu Nara station
- AccessabilitySuitable in All Weather: NoEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 30 to 60 minParking for those with Disabilities: NoMultilingual Guidance Available: YesMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available:
Yes, please see link for map in English
https://www.todaiji.or.jp/pdf/todai-ji_MAP(EN).pdfBasic Information for AccessabilityStep into Entrance of Facility: Not accessible by wheelchair (stairs 4 steps/ 2 steps/ 15 steps)Elevator: NoNursing Room Available: NoFirst Aid Room: NoBaby room: NoSensory Room: NoPrayer Room: NoService Dogs Allowed: NoRentalsWheelchair Rental: NoBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: NoAudio Guide Rental: NoOther Available Rentals: No - Parking AreaNo Parking lot available, please use nearby paid parking.Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesDrive up to Entryway for Drop off Available: No
- Toilet at West entrance to the Great Buddha HallRestroom Entryway Width: 80cmToilet Stall Entryway Width: 78cmWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: NoAvailability of heated bidet: NoToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilities: NoFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: NoDiaper Changing Bed: NoFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: NoToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
Path to Nigatsu-do |
Nigatsu-do |
Restrooms |
Multilingual information, Cafe & Rest Area |
- FacilityLayout plan of buliding available/Map: YesWheelchair accesible: NoType of Door: OpenWidth of Doorway: Over 80cmSteps present: YesStaircase information/ Step Height: 2 steps 20cm x 2 stepsMethods of avoiding steps for wheelchair users: NonePaths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: YesStairs at Facility: YesAccessibility Path around Steps: NonePathway Surfaces: Stone pavingInaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities: Not accessble to inside the hall because of stairsRest Area: Yes (next to Nigatsu-do)Braille Ground Blocks : NoneBraille Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: Yes
- Accomodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: Not AvailableAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: Although you cannot go up to Nigatsu-do Hall, you can view it from the precincts below the temple.ParagraphMultilingual Displays: Available in Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean.Accommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: NoStaff trained to accomodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: NoStaff can use Sign Language: NoMultilingual Staff Available: No
- General InformationName: Todaiji Emado Chaya (407 Zoshicho, Nara Nara Prefecture+81 742-26-3326)Type of food: Japanese foods, CafeOpening Hours: 11:00~16:00Cafe Entryway & Interior InformationDoor Type: Sliding doorDoor Width: Over 80cmEntryway Steps:10cmSeats with Tables available: YesBaby chair/booster seat available: NoOther Seating Information: N/AHallways width: over 80 cmMenuBraile Menu Available: NoneMenu with Photos: YesMultilingual Menu Available: NoSpecial AccomodationsAccommodation for Special Dietary Needs for those with disabilities: NoVegeterian Meals: NoneHalal Meals: None