Buddhist templeTokushima

Yakuō-ji Temple

薬王寺

Address: 徳島県海部郡美波町奥河内字寺前285-1

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History

Yakuō-ji's origin account attributes its foundation to Gyōki and links its protection prayers to Kūkai. Its steps and halls are associated with traditional ages of misfortune; later fire and rebuilding form part of its history.

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Sources Shikoku 88 Sacred Sites Association

Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Building 1
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
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Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Getting there

The association lists free on-site parking. The published parking availability is 07:00–17:00.