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Yakushi-ji, Buddhist temple in Kakamigahara, Japan

Yakushi-ji is a Buddhist temple in Kakamigahara featuring traditional wooden buildings with curved roofs in the classic style. Inside the halls you will find sacred Buddha statues and religious objects arranged throughout the structures.

This temple emerged during the period when Buddhism was spreading across Japan, part of a broader movement that established religious centers throughout the region. Its founding contributed to the development of spiritual life in Gifu Prefecture.

Locals gather regularly to perform rituals and meditation within these grounds, and their presence shapes how the space is used throughout the year. The temple remains an active meeting place for religious observance in the neighborhood.

The grounds are accessible by walking paths that connect the different buildings and allow for a natural circuit through the space. You can walk at your own pace to explore the main halls and the gate area.

Inside are specialized archive rooms that preserve religious texts and scrolls spanning centuries of Buddhist teachings, making this a rare repository of historical writings. These collections offer insight into how spiritual knowledge was transmitted and recorded over time.

Location: Kakamigahara

Inception: 1938

Founders: Gyōin Hashimoto

Part of: 东海四十九药师靈場

Website: https://kawasaki-yakushiji.blogspot.com

GPS coordinates: 35.40525,136.85011

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42

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