Shinyakushiji Temple
Category: Temple
Empress Kōmyō built this temple in 747 as an invocation for her husband, the Emperor Shōmu, to recover from his illness. It used to be a historic temple with a complete seven-structured temple complex, but presently, only the main building or hondō (National Treasure) remains. The east gate, south gate, bell tower, and Jizō hall were all built in the 12th century and designated as Important Cultural Properties. The oldest and biggest statues of the Twelve Heavenly Generals in Japan are housed in the main hall as if to protect the statue of Yakushi Nyorai, or Bhaisajyaguru buddha.
Address:
1352 Tabatacho, Nara
Access:
10 minutes by Nara City Bus Loop Line from JR Nara Station, Kintetsu Nara Station
10-minute walk from the Wariishi-cho bus stop
Official Website
http://www.shinyakushiji.or.jp/
Admission fee:
| adults/university students | ￥600 |
| Middle school/high school students | ￥350 |
| Elementary school students | ￥150 |
Opening Hours
9:00AM-5:00PM
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