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Saitama Shrine

Adachi Shrine (Urawa-ku)

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足立神社

A historic village shrine in Saitama dedicated to Sarutahiko-no-mikoto, traditionally founded during the reign of Emperor Kaika.

Adachi Shrine (Urawa-ku)
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What it is

  • A former village shrine dedicated to the deity Sarutahiko-no-mikoto.
  • Tradition states the site was founded during the reign of Emperor Kaika.
  • It served as the guardian shrine for five local villages.
  • The name was changed from Takabana Myojin to Adachi Shrine during the Meiji period.

What to see

  • A historic site identified by Jiemon Ichikawa as an Engishiki listed shrine.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Adachi Shrine (Urawa-ku) Open in Google Maps

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