Shin-Yakushi-ji

新薬師寺
temple in Nara
#13 in Nara / #684 in Japan
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Shin-Yakushi-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in Nara, Japan. Founded in the 8th century by Empress Kōmyō, it was originally established as a place of worship for the healing of her husband, Emperor Shōmu. The temple is dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, and features an impressive main hall that houses a celebrated statue of Yakushi Nyorai surrounded by the Twelve Divine Generals, who serve as the Buddha's protectors.


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