Yakushi-ji Temple
Built in the 7th century, Yakushi-ji was one of the Seven Great Temples of Nara and is head of the Hosso sect of Buddhism. |
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Main hall and pagodas at Yakushiji Temple. |
The temple houses a fine collection of Buddhist art objects, including a Yakushi Triad, a Sho Kannon and an exquisite 8th century painting of Kichijoten (Kisshoten) on hemp cloth (shown only for a week in November). |
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Yakushi triad at Yakushiji Temple. |
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Toindo at Yakushiji Temple. |
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South gate of Yakushiji Temple. |
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Mountains seen beyond
the main halls of Yakushiji Temple. |
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Yakushiji Temple's Lecture Hall. |
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Yakushiji Temple's east wing. |
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Main hall of Yakushiji Temple. |
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Yakushiji Temple's Main Hall and Lecture Hall. |
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The 8th century east pagoda. |
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Reconstructed west pagoda. |
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8th century painting of Kichijoten. |
