Yūga Shrine, Buddhist temple in Takabatakechō, Japan.
The Hondou building of Yūga Shrine contains a central statue of Yakushi Nyorai measuring 191.5 centimeters, surrounded by twelve divine generals in varied poses.
Founded in 747 AD, Empress Komyo ordered the construction of Yūga Shrine to pray for Emperor Shomu's recovery from illness.
The shrine houses eleven statues of divine generals from the 730s and 740s that hold the status of national treasures of Japan.
Visitors can reach Yūga Shrine by taking a 13-minute bus ride from JR Nara station or Kintetsu Nara station to Takabatakecho stop.
The term 'Shin' in the temple's name marks it as newer than the Great Yakushiji temple, despite both being constructed in the 8th century.
Location: Takabatakechō
Address: 奈良県奈良市高畑町1059
GPS coordinates: 34.67892,135.83569
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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