Hiyoshi Jinja Shrine
“Fifty villagers pooled coins in 1840 to commission these carved gods.”
History
Hiyoshi Jinja Shrine in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, was built in 1840 during the Tempou era by a village headman and 49 other contributors. It's a small shrine with local roots, but the beautiful sculptures carved by the carpenters of the time are sure to draw the eyes of those visiting.
| Spot Name | Hiyoshi Jinja Shrine |
|---|---|
| Postal Code | 〒961-0308 |
| Address | Minamiyashiki, Higashikabuuchi, Shirakawa City, Fukushima |
| Telephone Number | 0248-27-2310 |
| Official URL | http://www.city.shirakawa.fukushima.jp/page/page001452.html |
| Keywords | History |
