# 法相宗大本山　薬師寺

- **Website:** <https://yakushiji.or.jp>
- **Primary alias:** `yakushiji.or.jp`

## Description

Yakushiji Temple, located in Nara and dedicated to the Yakushi Trinity, offers a rich history of its architecture, statues, and founding. Established in 680 by Emperor Tenmu to pray for the recovery of Empress Jito, the temple has a deep-rooted past that intertwines with the imperial family. Despite facing natural disasters and wars that led to the loss of many halls and towers, the temple underwent a remarkable reconstruction effort in 1968. Led by head priest Takata, the restoration project symbolized a spiritual renaissance amidst material prosperity. Through an initiative to transcribe sutras, the iconic Golden Hall was rebuilt, embodying a fusion of ancient prayers from the Asuka period and modern faith from the Heisei and Reiwa eras. Visit Yakushiji Temple, a sacred site for over 1300 years, to experience the rejuvenating aura and immerse yourself in the spiritual legacy of ancient Nara.

## Industries

- 🎗 Faith and Beliefs _(under Community and Society)_
- 🎗 Community and Society
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- ✈️ Travel and Tourism
- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/yakushiji_nara)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/yakushiji_nara)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idLQOP935Y/w/173/h/450/theme/light/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774509121235)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idLQOP935Y/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774509121350)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flame Pea | #e05d45 | accent |
| Mine Shaft | #333333 | dark |
| Mercury | #e5e5e5 | light |

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idLQOP935Y/w/1500/h/500/idKPJNDZc-.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774509121619)

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