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Yakushi-ji Temple
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Yakushi-ji Temple

薬師寺

Address
奈良市西ノ京町457
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History

Yakushi-ji’s Kondō was reconstructed in 1976 as part of the modern restoration of its temple buildings. It houses the National Treasure Yakushi triad.

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Sources 神仏霊場会

Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 1976

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    ShōwaRecorded event
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Explore the grounds

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

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

  1. Kondo Main Hall

    Central worship hall rebuilt in 1976, enshrining the Yakushi triad.

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  2. East Pagoda

    Nara-period three-story pagoda whose additional eaves create a six-tier appearance.

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  3. West Pagoda

    Pagoda rebuilt in 1981, paired with the ancient East Pagoda.

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  4. Great Lecture Hall

    Temple’s largest hall, rebuilt in 2003.

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  5. Toindo Hall

    Worship hall rebuilt in 1285, housing Sho Kannon.

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  6. Middle Gate

    Inner entrance to the main courtyard between the paired pagodas.

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  7. South Gate

    Southern entrance on the approach to the Middle Gate.

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  8. East Corridor

    Covered passage defining the eastern side of the main courtyard.

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  9. West Corridor

    Covered passage defining the western side of the main courtyard.

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  10. Bell Tower

    Bell tower beside the eastern monks’ quarters.

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Visiting information

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

Opening hours

Visiting hours are 09:00–17:00, with admission accepted until 16:30. These hours have applied since March 1, 2024.

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Sources 拝観のご案内 - 奈良薬師寺 公式サイト|Yakushiji Temple Official Web Site

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