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Ashitaka Shrine

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足高神社

Ashitaka Shrine is an ancient mountain-top shrine with a rich history, worth visiting for its heritage.

Ashitaka Shrine
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What it is

  • Ancient shrine dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-mikoto.
  • Mentioned in the Heian period Engishiki Jinmyocho.
  • Buildings constructed in 949.
  • Granted an imperial plaque in 1243.

What to see

  • Shrine buildings on Mount Ashitaka.
  • Site was once an island, now connected to land.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

岡山県倉敷市笹沖1033 Open in Google Maps

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