Entrance to Yakushi Shrine


Climbing the stairs here will bring you to Yakushi Shrine.
Established in July 14, 1390, and became the village deity in August of 1877.
The current shrine building is said to have been rebuilt, but it is unknown when that was done.
Also called the Yuza Shrine, this shrine serves to protect the hot spring water of Hijiori.
Monuments to Akibayama (from the Legend of Akibayama) and Mt. Yuden have also be erected here.