Sakakiyama Shrine

This old shrine is said to have been transferred from Usa Hachimangu Shrine in Kyushu in 933. In 1715 (Shoutoku 5), a fire destroyed treasures and ancient documents, making it impossible to know the exact origins of the shrine. It was rebuilt over the course of three years. The main hall is designated as an important cultural property of the town and is a valuable building as an early example of modern temple architecture. Torii Jinbei, a shrine carpenter, was also involved in the construction of this shrine, and its appearance is smart with the flowing style typical of Shimogamo Shrine, and there are remnants of the gorgeous decoration of the Momoyama culture. In terms of size, it has a volume 2.6 times that of a normal shrine building, and is one of the largest in Japan.