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Shin-Yakushi-ji Temple
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Shin-Yakushi-ji Temple

新薬師寺

Address
奈良市高畑町1352番地
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History

Empress Kōmyō established Shin-Yakushi-ji in 747 to pray for Emperor Shōmu’s recovery.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 747

    Establishment

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

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Landmarks on this map
  1. Main Hall

    The main hall preserves Nara-period architecture.

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Visiting information

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Getting there

Walk ten minutes toward the hills from Wariishi-chō bus stop.

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