Shinyakushiji Temple

Top 3% of attractions in Nara
7/10

4 expert reviews

“This temple was founded in 747 by Empress Komyo (701–760) in gratitude for the recovery of her sick husband, Emperor Shomu.”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This temple was founded by Empress Kōmyō in 747 in thanks for her husband's recovery from an eye disease." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Inside... are some masterpieces of Buddhist art." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The two pagodas that tower over Yakushi Temple are an analogy of past and present Japan." Full review


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