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番神宮

Japanese Name番神宮
PrefectureNiigata
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityRyujin
Coordinates37.6887024, 138.8747969

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About this Shrine

The Higashi no Matsubara Shrine, located in the city of Kariya in Aichi Prefecture, is dedicated to the god of fertility and prosperity. However, there seems to be some confusion, as our research indicates that you are referring to 番神宮 (Hanshi-ju), a Shinto shrine in Niigata Prefecture. This shrine is enshrined with the kami Enma and Ryujin. The shrine's architecture is typical of the traditional Japanese-style shrine, with a tiled roof and wooden pillars. The shrine's historical note is unclear, as there is limited information available about it. As for visitors, we recommend visiting during the autumn foliage season to see the beautiful fall colors. Cultural notes suggest that this shrine may be connected to the mythology of the gods Enma and Ryujin, who are often depicted as having control over the underworld and the sea. null if nothing specific.

Cultural Significance

This shrine may be connected to the mythology of the gods Enma and Ryujin, who are often depicted as having control over the underworld and the sea. The shrine's architecture is typical of traditional Japanese-style shrines.

Enshrined Deities

Enma Ryujin

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visit during the autumn foliage season (mid-November to mid-December) for a picturesque view of the shrine's surroundings.

History

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