Nyoirin-ji, Buddhist temple in Yoshino, Japan
Nyoirin-ji is a Buddhist temple on the slope of Mount Yoshino with multiple buildings including a pagoda and treasure house. The complex spreads across the hillside connected by stairs and paths that wind through wooded areas.
An imperial ruler founded this temple in the 10th century as his spiritual center during a period when Japan had two imperial courts. The temple remained an important place for the imperial family and their successors thereafter.
The temple displays religious artworks and objects from the imperial court that visitors can see in its halls. These collections show how spiritual life and rulership were connected during the medieval period.
You can reach the temple by walking from either the station or a bus stop, with the route going through forest paths and stairs. The grounds are on a hillside, so comfortable shoes are important for your visit.
In the forest area above the temple grounds lie the burial sites of an imperial ruler and his wife, oriented toward their former capital. This location connects the temple complex to the surrounding forest and creates a personal link to history.
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