Yuzenn Shrine
Founded in 749 (the first year of Tenpyō Shōhō). The shrine venerates the hot springs of Atami
According to a divine oracle that spoke of a hot spring with the power to cure illness, a small shrine was erected to enshrine the deity. Since then, the shrine has protected Atami’s hot springs.
To give thanks to Atami’s springs and pray that their flow never ceases, grand festivals are held every spring and autumn.
The shrine’s votive plaques bear a long list of inn names, including those of inns that no longer exist, offering a glimpse into the history of modern hot-spring ryokan.
In front of the shrine, the great hot spring source known as Oyu bubbles up; its intermittent geyser is also a local attraction.
Address/4-12 Kamijukucho, Atami City, Shizuoka 413-0018
Phone/0557-81-9817
Parking/None
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