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Asuwa Shrine

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足羽神社

Asuwa Shrine is an ancient shrine in Fukui City with a unique crest and a historic weeping cherry tree.

Asuwa Shrine
Naokijp CC BY-SA 4.0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • An ancient Shikinaisha and former Prefectural Shrine.
  • Dedicated to Emperor Keitai and other kami.
  • Founded when Emperor Keitai enshrined the spirit of Omiyachi.
  • Received deep reverence from the Asakura and Echizen Matsudaira clans.

What to see

  • Shrine crest combines patterns of the sun, moon, and North Star.
  • This crest is found in only three shrines nationwide.
  • A 381-year-old weeping cherry tree.
  • The weeping cherry tree is a Fukui City Natural Monument.
  • A 14-meter-tall Takaomomiji tree on the main approach.

When to go

  • Various festivals are hosted throughout the year.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

福井県福井市足羽1丁目8-25 Open in Google Maps

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