There is a small mountain called Zashukan at the foot of the mountain in the western part of the town, and it is said that there was a castle there, but the owner of the castle is unknown. The foundation stone and monument still remain. Also, at the southern foot of the mountain are the remains of a Buddhist temple called Yahikosan Denpo-ji Temple of the Tendai sect. However, as a complex of medieval mansion ruins and Buddhist temple ruins, castle walls and other features still remain in the area.
- Location
- 028-3624 Oaza Kitadenpoji Temple, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun, Iwate Prefecture
- Inquiries
- Yahaba Town Board of Education
Phone number 019-611-2649
FAX number 019-611-2659
