Amaterasu Mioya Shrine
天照御祖神社
Amaterasu Mioya Shrine: a historic shrine dedicated to the sun goddess, with unique cherry trees.
What it is
- A shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess.
- Formerly known as Shinmei-gu.
- Relocated to its current site in 1709.
What to see
- The main shrine building, completed in 1977.
- Two beni higan cherry trees designated as natural monuments.
Getting there
- A 13-minute walk from Sakari Station.
- A 10-minute drive from Ofunato Interchange.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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