Chiba Shrine
千葉神社
Chiba Shrine is a unique two-story shrine dedicated to a star deity, offering a peaceful visit.
What it is
- Founded in 1000 as Hokuto-san Kongo-juji.
- Renamed Chiba Shrine in 1869.
- Main deity is Hokushin Myoken Sonsei-o.
- Also known as Myoken Hongu.
What to see
- Japan's first two-story shrine building.
- Sonjo-den is a gate-type divided spirit shrine.
- Myoken Enju no I is a sacred spring.
- Purification fountain building survived the war.
- Chiba Tenjin sub-shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane.
When to go
- Certified Welcome Baby Shrine since April 1, 2018.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
千葉県千葉市中央区院内1-16-1 Open in Google Maps
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