Yakushido

Oshu City

Southern Iwate

This is a Tendai sect temple where the spring water that gushes from the grounds is said to be effective against eye diseases. The main image is the Yakushi Nyorai statue, and the legend of Princess Sayo remains. In summer, pretty mountain lilies bloom around the temple grounds.

Location: 023-0401 Minamitoda Aza Kosei Sakaji, Isawa Ward, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries: Oshu City Isawa General Branch Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone number 0197-46-2111
Website: http://www.city.oshu.iwate.jp/

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