峰の薬師, Buddhist temple in Midori-ku district, Japan.
Mine no Yakushi is a Buddhist temple located on a hilltop that rises above Lake Tsukui, offering wide views toward the Sagami River and the mountains surrounding the valley. The structure itself sits prominently in this landscape, making it a focal point when approaching from below.
The temple was founded during the early Muromachi period, around 1492 to 1501, when temple construction was flourishing. Several fires over the following centuries erased much of the documentary evidence from its earliest decades.
The temple serves as a healing site dedicated to Yakushi Buddha, drawing people who come seeking blessings for wellness and recovery. Visitors notice how pilgrims move through the grounds with quiet devotion, creating a spiritual rhythm that defines the place.
The temple is accessible by bus from Hashimoto Station, departing from the North Exit to reach the Mine no Yakushi stop. From the bus stop, the final stretch to the entrance involves a walk uphill through local paths.
The temple appears in Tsuneo Tomita's novel 'Sugata Sanshiro' as the setting for a memorable duel scene. This literary connection gives the place a cultural layer that readers and literature enthusiasts sometimes recognize during visits.
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