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Yakkai Shrine
〒949-7121 新潟県南魚沼市山口４９４
Located in Yamaguchi, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, this shrine stands at the first milestone of the hiking trail to Mount Yakkai.
Enshrined deities
Ninigi-no-Mikoto, Konohanasakuya-hime
History
The founding date is unknown. Situated at the Urauchi-guchi entrance, one of the access points to Mount Yakkai, a sacred mountain of mountain worship, the shrine has long been revered by ascetics and Shugendo practitioners.
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Blessings
Symbolized by the appearance of the Fuufu Sugi (a pair of cypress trees representing a married couple), the shrine is associated with marital harmony, safe childbirth, and the well-being of children.
What visitors say
The shrine grounds are meticulously maintained. A major highlight is the grand approach path lined with tall cypress trees extending from the first torii gate. The worship hall features round stones dedicated to prayers for safe childbirth and various omamori (protective amulets). Goshuin (shrine calligraphic seal stamps) are also available. A soba restaurant that doubles as the administrative office is located within the grounds, and the parking area is situated just past the cypress-lined path.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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