Shoryakuji Temple

Japanese name： 正暦寺

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Main Image Seated Yakushi Nyorai in European-Style Pose Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

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Description

The Important Cultural Property Yakushi Nyorai in a seated-with-legs-down pose is the principal image of Shoryakuji Temple. This gilt-bronze Buddha dates to the Hakuho period and stands 38 cm high. It is an exceptionally rare image shown seated on a platform with both feet resting on split lotus blossoms, combining a taut expression with a strong presence despite its small size. Normally hidden, it is specially displayed in Ruriden Hall from April 18 to May 8, in the Main Hall from November 3 to the first Sunday of December, and again on December 22 during the winter-solstice observance.

Basic Information

Spot ID 7448

Temple / Site Shoryakuji Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall / Ruriden Hall (during special openings)

Visiting Status Hidden image (opened Apr 18–May 8, Nov 3–first Sunday of Dec, and Dec 22 each year)

Address 奈良県奈良市菩提山町157

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