Sano is an historic and cultural town with Tochigi PrefectureMikamo, which emanates poetic sentiment and Mt. Karasawa, associated with a Heian-period lord, Hidesato Fujiwara. Since Sano was located on an important highway in the Edo period, the town flourished as a lodging base for travelers. Visitors are assured a memorable trip as they encounter the great nature and history of Sano. Sano Yakuyoke DaishiOne of the three important temples which enshrines the deity known as Daishi, a Buddhist priest, Ganzan Jie Daishi, who is believed to give blessings that protect worshippers from misfortune. A grand festival is held on the New Year’s Days and as many as 300,000 visitors come to an abundance of nature, such as Mt. pray for good luck in the New Year.Karasawayama ShrineKarasawayama Shrine stands on the remains of a castle at the top of Mt. Karasawa. This shrine is said to have been built and dedicated to Hidesato Fujiwara, a local lord who settled in this area. Castle walls, built during the 16th century, are relics of this time.Izuruhara Benten PondThe pond is located about 6 km northwest from central Sano. Pristine water comes out from a crack in the Paleozoic limestone and carp peacefully swim in the clear stream. The water is filtered by a very 168Sano City
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