Shin Yakushi-ji Temple
Built in 747 by Empress Komyo as an offering for the recovery of Emperor Shomu, Shin Yakushi-ji Temple is now a single hall enshrining a powerful image of Yakushi, the Healing Buddha, surrounded by clay sculptures of 12 divine generals. |
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Shin Yakushiji Temple's main hall was originally
the refectory. |
The temple is situated near the Nara end of the Takisaka no Michi path from Yagyu. |
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Pond at Shin Yakushiji Temple. |
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Stone sculpture in front of Shin Yakushiji Temple. |
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