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Juraku-ji is a temple of the Shingon school (Chisan branch) located in Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture. Its formal name is Otagayama Daigan-in Juraku-ji, and it is famously recognized as one of the Three Great Yakushi Temples of Japan. Long revered as "Shibiori Yakushi," the temple has drawn many pilgrims over the centuries. The greatest allure of Juraku-ji lies in its exceptionally high historical value, specifically its architectural structures and precious Buddhist statues that preserve the style of the late Heian period. The Yakushi-do Hall, designated as a National Treasure, offers a profound way to experience the evolution of Japanese Buddhist culture.
The history of Juraku-ji dates back to 724 (the first year of the Shiki era), when it is said to have been founded by the eminent monk Gyoki. The name "Juraku" (meaning abundant happiness/pleasure) is said to be derived from a passage in the Yakushi Purana (Byless Sutra) regarding the wish for