Shin-Yakushi-ji Temple
Japanese name：
新薬師寺
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Main Image Yakushi Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)
Impression TagsDignityPowerPeacefulness
DescriptionShin-Yakushi-ji was founded in 747 by Empress Kōmyō in prayer for Emperor Shōmu’s recovery from illness. Its National Treasure main hall contains a circular earthen platform with a National Treasure seated Yakushi Nyorai at the center, surrounded by the Twelve Divine Generals—eleven ancient National Treasure statues and one later replacement. The calm strength of the Medicine Buddha and the fierce guardians create one of Nara’s most concentrated spaces of prayer for healing, guidance, and protection.
Basic Information
Spot ID
39
Temple / Site
Shin-Yakushi-ji Temple
Visiting Area
Main Hall
Type
Temple hall
Visiting Status
Usually open to visitors
Address
Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan
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