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Agata Shrine

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縣神社 (大網白里市)

Agata Shrine is a historic site rebuilt as a demon ward, offering a glimpse into local heritage.

Agata Shrine
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What it is

  • Shrine dedicated to Ohirume-no-mikoto, Tachibanahime-no-mikoto, and Hondawake-no-mikoto.
  • Served by Agatanushi during Emperor Seimu's reign.
  • Rebuilt in 1488 by Sakai Sadataka as a demon ward.
  • Revered as the guardian deity of the Sakai clan.

What to see

  • A great cedar, a natural monument of Oamishirasato City.
  • A Chiba Prefecture designated cultural property.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

千葉県大網白里市土気飛地1876 Open in Google Maps

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