Shin-Yakushiji Temple
1352 Takabatakechō, Nara, 630-8301, Japan
8th-century Buddhist temple complex housing statues of the Twelve Heavenly Generals.
Duration: 00h40min
+81 742-22-3736
Opening hours
Mondays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
review(s)
1053 review(s)
Mathew Fedley 4 years ago
Small temple known for 12 statues of the warriors of heaven. Photography is allowed outside but not inside. Costs 600 yen to enter and some basic English explanations is provided in places for those who are interested.
星野浩 4 years ago
Very quiet temple and worth to visit. The statues of 12 gods surrounding around Buddha are great.
K O 4 years ago
Yakushi-nyorai and his twelve guardians are main symbols in this temple. Visitors are not much compare with other tourist temple. so we can stay calmly till full of own sprit. Entrance fee 600jpy but this is well worth a visit. 2019_04
覃羿彬 5 years ago
The 12 gods are impressive, but not really my cup of tea as I prefer temples with beautiful gardens (probably due to the fact that I am not a Buddhist).
Jason Drzewucki 7 years ago
One of my favourite places in Nara. The sculptures of the 12 generals were amazing. Unfortunately you are not allowed to take photos inside.