Yakuso Shrine
薬祖神社
Japan's oldest Yakuso Shrine, dedicated to health and cancer prevention, rebuilt after WWII.
What it is
- Japan's oldest Yakuso Shrine, founded in 1397.
- Dedicated to Sukunahikona no Mikoto and Shinno Okami.
- Known as a god for cancer prevention.
- A subsidiary shrine of Sugawara Shrine.
What to see
- Main hall and worship hall, rebuilt in 1955.
When to go
- Yakuso Festival is held annually on November 23.
- See the Kappozake Shinji ritual at the festival.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
大阪府堺市堺区戎之町東2丁1-38 Open in Google Maps
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