Yakushi-ji Temple
Nara, Japan
⛩️ Temple
UNESCO World Heritage temple in Nara known for its East Pagoda and Genjo Sanzoin hall. Hosts Buddhist ceremonies and cultural events throughout the year.
Address: 457 Nishinokyocho, Nara 630-8563
Website: www.yakushiji.or.jp
Upcoming Events (25)
Saishoe Buddhist Ceremony
Apr 19, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Sutra Copying Dedication Ceremony
Jun 27, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Benten Festival
Jul 7, 2026 · 🎵 Music, 🏮 Festival, 🎗️ Culture
Dragon King Shrine Festival
Jul 26, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Peace Bell
Aug 9, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Jizo Bon Festival
Aug 23, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Yasumigoaka Hachimangu Grand Festival & Sumo Tournament
Sep 21, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Special Equinox Sutra Copying Ceremony
Sep 23, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Saito Goma Fire Ceremony & Fire Walking
Oct 8, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Year-End Xuanzang Fair Day
Dec 5, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Year-End Yakushi Fair Day & Great Wisdom Sutra Chanting
Dec 8, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Year-End Maitreya Fair Day
Dec 20, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
Sacred Body Wiping Ceremony
Dec 29, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
New Year's Eve Bell Ringing & Year-End Sutra Copying Ceremony
Dec 31, 2026 · 🎗️ Culture
National Treasure: Kisshouten Statue Unveiling
Jan 2027 1-3 · 🎗️ Culture
First Genjou Festival Day
Jan 5, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
First Yakushi Festival & Daihannya Sutra Reading
Jan 8, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Incense and Tea Gathering Inspired by Kisshouten
Jan 15, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture
First Miroku Festival & Monthly Mahoroba Seminar
Jan 18, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Hoshi Kuyo (Star Memorial Service)
Feb 3, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture
Genjoe Memorial Peace Prayer Festival
Feb 5, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture, 🏮 Festival
Shaka Nehan-e Special Sutra Copying Ceremony
Feb 2027 12-14 · 🎗️ Culture
Omimugui (Buddha Cleaning Ceremony)
Feb 23, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture
Shunie Hanae-shiki Ceremony
Feb 25, 2027 - Mar 3, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture
Kechigan Hoyo & Oni-oi Ceremony
Mar 3, 2027 · 🎗️ Culture
