Tondabayashi Temple City

Tondabayashi Jinaimachi refers to the historic town that emerged around the early Eiroku era (circa 1558–1560), centered on the Kōshōji Betsuin (a branch temple). This branch temple was founded by Shōshū Shōnin of the Kōshōji monzeki lineage, and the area developed as a prosperous rural market town. In Tondabayashi Jinaimachi, many substantial machiya townhouses remain that recall its former prosperity, including the Former Sugiyama House (an Important Cultural Property) and the Nakamura House (a designated cultural property of Osaka Prefecture). These heritage buildings attract many visitors. The area is also the only district in Osaka Prefecture selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Access is convenient: it is about a 10-minute walk from Tondabayashi Station on the Kintetsu Nagano Line, and the entrance to the district is near the station, so many people enjoy visiting as part of a stroll. Within the district, in addition to viewing the nationally designated Important Cultural Property Kōshōji Betsuin and the lattice-fronted machiya streetscape and modern-era architecture, there are also many spots to enjoy good food—cafés where you can have lunch, tea, and sweets—making it a place to wander and sample treats as you go.