Yakujo-ji Temple
薬上寺
A historic Koyasan Shingon temple in Himeji dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, known for its ancient healing history and literary connections.
What it is
- A Koyasan Shingon sect temple located on Mount Rokuyasan in Himeji City.
- Dedicated to the deity Yakushi Nyorai and founded by the monk Gyoki.
- The third station of the Harima Eight Yakushi Pilgrimage route.
- Historical writer Takashi Terabayashi once served as the head priest here.
What to see
- The Main Hall which houses a statue of Yakushi Nyorai crafted by Hogen.
- A traditional Sanmon gate marking the entrance to the temple grounds.
- Architecture restored by the monk Daiho during the reign of Ikeda Terumasa.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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