Shinyakushi-ji 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.
Detailed information
| Address | 1352 Tabatacho, Nara |
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| Opening Hours | 9:00AM-5:00PM |
| Parking | 10 regular cars free of charge |
| Price | Adult: 600 yen University: 600 yen High school: 350 yen Junior high school: 350 yen Elementary school: 150 yen |
| Price (Group) | Adult: 550 yen University: 550 yen High school: 300 yen Junior high school: 300 yen Elementary school: 120 yen Group rate applicable 30 or more people |
| Access & Bus Stop | 10 minutes by Nara City Bus Loop Line from JR Nara Station, Kintetsu Nara Station 10-minute walk from the Wariishi-cho bus stop |