Houtong Shrine Introduction
The Hohuang Shrine was established in 1934 during the Japanese colonial period by Li Jianxing and four others, who contributed to the "Ruizhan Mining Company Public Service Group." During the Japanese rule, Hohuang was the top coal-producing mine in Taiwan for several consecutive years, playing a crucial role in supporting Taiwan's industrial energy fuels and resulting in a growing population. In the later Shōwa period, during World War II, the Japanese government promoted assimilation policies through the Shinto shrine movement, leading to the establishment of the Hohuang Shrine. The approach road to the shrine, known as "Hohuang One Hundred Steps," provides visitors with a strong sense of Japan, creating an illusion of a time exchange. The word "dedication" is prominently displayed on the torii gate, reflecting the historical depth of the site.
