discover the mysteries of the illustrated scrolls!
Manga in Augmented Reality show the historic events
which took place at each location.
Tenyoin was founded in 1559 by Seiho Shonin with the financial support of Nagasawa Izumi as a branch temple of Komyoji Temple in Kamakura.
The statue of Yakushi Nyorai, officially named Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, was brought from Anrakuji Temple, which was built by Wada Yoshimori to protect the gate of his estate.
This statue of Yakushi Nyorai is said to have been carved by the famous monk, sculptor, and healer Gyoki.
Anrakuji was moved to Tenyoin in 1943. The statue of Wada Yoshimori and a mortuary tablet from 1213 are located in the main hall.
At Jorakuji Temple in Ashina there is a collection of five Buddha statues by Unkei commissioned by Wada Yoshimori, which is recognized as an Important Cultural Property.
Treasures of the temple
The statue of Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha who became a substitute for Wada Yoshimori
I. Tenyoin and Jorakuji Temples
II. Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha
Historical Manga in Augmented Reality:
Who protected Yoshimori when he was badly injured?
III. Mortuary Tablet and Statue of Wada Yoshimori
Historical Manga in Augmented Reality:
The Proof of Yoshimori's Survival
Let's head there to unveil the mysteries!
The temple does not offer guided tours, but you are welcome to visit at your leisure.
Please be respectful in the temple.