Yakushiji Hachimangu

📍 Tochigi, Shimotsuke · Yakushiji 1509, Shimotsuke-shi, Tochigi

About

Founded 875年(貞観17年)
Enshrined 息長帯姫命, 誉田別命, 玉依姫命
Rank 村社
Festival 11月2日(例祭)
Heritage 本殿及び拝殿(栃木県指定文化財)、薬師寺八幡宮のケヤキ(下野市指定)

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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History

Byakko

Yakushiji Hachimangu has been enshrined in the land of Shimotsuke City since ancient times, gathering the faith of the local people. Believed to offer blessings that are close to people's lives, such as family safety, business prosperity, and academic success, it attracts many worshippers. Its historic atmosphere is a place that offers quiet inspiration to visitors.

Benefits

Family SafetyBusiness ProsperityAcademic Success

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Tips

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General

境内の御神木は樹齢約600年のケヤキで、栃木県指定天然記念物に指定されています。本殿とともに間近で見ておきたい存在です。

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General

境内に隣接して下野薬師寺跡(国指定史跡)が広がっており、奈良時代の寺院遺構を歩いて巡ることができます。

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