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Yakushō-ji, Buddhist temple in Minamiuonuma, Japan.

The temple contains two distinct pagodas within its complex, featuring traditional Japanese architectural elements and Buddhist ceremonial spaces.

Emperor Tenmu established Yakushō-ji 1,300 years ago to request healing prayers for his consort, who later became Empress Jito.

The temple holds the Yakushi Triad, a collection of principal Buddhist statues that date back to the founding period of the religious complex.

Visitors can access Yakushō-ji daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 500 yen for the treasure hall.

The temple contains a 2,000-year-old judas tree that rises 30 meters high with branches extending across a 15-meter radius.

Location: Minamiuonuma

Address: 新潟県南魚沼市君沢851

GPS coordinates: 37.00944,138.81194

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06

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