Yakushi-ji Temple

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1. 1Orientation1:47

   Welcome to Yakushi-ji, one of Japan's oldest and most historically significant temples, located in the Nishinokyo area of Nara. Founded in the late seventh century by Emperor Tenmu, this temple was built with a profound and…

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2. 2The Kondo (Main Hall) and the Yakushi Triad1:47

   The spiritual heart of the temple is the Kondo, or Main Hall. This magnificent structure houses the Yakushi Triad, a National Treasure and one of the most beautiful sets of Buddhist statues in the world. …

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3. 3The East Pagoda — 'Frozen Music'1:37

   The East Pagoda, or Toto, is the only original structure that has survived from the temple's relocation to this site in seven eighteen. It is a masterpiece of eighth-century architecture and has been designated a National…

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4. 4The West Pagoda and the Master Carpenter1:38

   Opposite the East Pagoda stands its twin, the West Pagoda, or Saito. While the original was lost to fire in fifteen twenty-eight, this reconstruction was completed in nineteen eighty-one, using traditional techniques and…

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5. 5Genjo Sanzo-in and the Silk Road Connection1:43

   To the north of the main complex lies the Genjo Sanzo-in, a modern addition dedicated to the famous seventh-century Chinese monk, Xuanzang (known in Japan as Genjo Sanzo). Xuanzang traveled for seventeen years along the Silk Road…

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6. 6The Shakyo Dojo — The Art of Sutra Copying1:41

   One of the most unique experiences at Yakushi-ji is the opportunity to participate in 'Shakyo,' or sutra copying. This practice has a long history at the temple; in the eighth century, Emperor Tenmu himself ordered the copying of…

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7. 7The Jikido (Refectory) and Modern Buddhist Art1:39

   Behind the Main Hall stands the Jikido, or Refectory. This large building was historically where the monks would gather for their meals, but the current reconstruction serves a more artistic purpose. …

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8. 8Final Reflections1:27

   As we conclude our tour of Yakushi-ji, let the concept of 'Consciousness-Only' resonate with you. We have seen how a single sound—like a bell or a clap—can be interpreted differently by a bird, a fish, or a human, yet the sound…

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9. 9Closing1:06

   Our visit to Yakushi-ji concludes here at the south gate. We have walked through over thirteen hundred years of history, seeing how a simple prayer for an empress's health blossomed into one of the most magnificent temple…

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