Remnants of a Japanese Shrine in Taiwan – A Hidden Bird Gate Secret Spot
By MOOK Travel Christopher | Compiled & Reported
The Huatung Valley boasts Taiwan’s rich natural ecology and stunning scenery. Located in Yuli Town, Hualien, there lies the remnants of a Japanese-era shrine, built in the 3rd year of the Showa era (1928), which was a significant Shinto religious site in southern Hualien at the time. The main structure of the shrine was demolished after the war, and although the former glory did not survive, two torii gates and several stone lanterns still remain. Walking along the wooden path feels like stepping into a time tunnel. Travelers visiting Huatung in the future might consider a historical site pilgrimage.
A Japanese-era shrine remnant in Yuli Town, Hualien (Image source: Huatung Valley National Scenic Area Administration)
The Yuli Shrine was built in the 3rd year of the Showa era (1928) and was a significant Shinto religious site in southern Hualien at the time (Image source: Hualien County Government, photo by Huang Jiarong)
The main structure of the shrine was demolished after the war, but two torii gates and several stone lanterns still remain (Image source: Huatung Valley National Scenic Area Administration)
Approaching the main hall through the second torii gate at the Yuli Shrine ruins, the temporary wooden walkway and surrounding stone lanterns evoke scenes reminiscent of the Studio Ghibli film "Spirited Away" (Image source: Hualien County Government, photo by Huang Jiarong)
The Yuli Shrine was demolished after the war (Image source: Hualien County Government, photo by Huang Jiarong)
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