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Eifukuji (Tako Yakushi-do)
京都市中京区新 蛸薬師東側町５０３番地
A temple belonging to the Nishi Yamashina Fushimi branch of the Jodo sect, enshrining Yakushi Nyorai (the Octopus Medicine Buddha) as its principal image. It is designated as the 12th station of the Kyoto Twelve Medicine Buddha Pilgrimage and is commonly known as the Octopus Medicine Buddha Hall.
History
In 1181 CE (Yojo 1), the monk Hayashi Hide was instructed in a dream by Yakushi Nyorai to excavate a stone statue from Mount Hiei. He unearthed the statue and established a hall at the Nijo Muromachi site, marking the temple's origin. In 1590 CE (Tensho 18), the temple was relocated to its current location in Shinkyogoku due to urban planning initiatives by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. During the Meiji era, the temple grounds were reduced in size due to the construction of the new Shinkyogoku street.
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What visitors say
Quietly situated within the Shinkyogoku shopping arcade, the temple offers convenient access from Shijo Karasuma. The grounds possess a distinct charm, and the small hall houses numerous statues of Buddhas and their attendants. Photography is prohibited, and visitors report that visiting brings a sense of calm to the heart.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Thursday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Friday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Saturday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Sunday: 8:00 – 16:30
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