An ancient Tendai temple in Fujioka that has walked alongside the city's history.
The principal Yakushi Nyorai has long been revered as Fujioka's guardian Buddha.
The grounds contain a Yakushi hall counted among Fujioka's Twelve Yakushi, worshipped for medical blessings.
Fujioka developed along a Nakasendo side route, also serving as a traveler safety prayer site.
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Founded by imperial order of Emperor Shomu in the Nara period as a temple to pray for peace in the eastern provinces.
Established as a Tendai temple in the Heian period, becoming one of Kozuke Province's prominent temples.
In the Kamakura period, local warrior bands became devotees and the temple co…
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "薬師如来"
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