Furukuma Shrine
古熊神社
Historic shrine dedicated to a revered scholar, featuring important cultural properties.
What it is
- Shrine founded in 1373 by Ouchi Hiroyo.
- Dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar.
- Also known as Yamaguchi Tenjin-sama.
- Moved to its current site in 1618.
What to see
- Main hall, built in 1618, is a cultural property.
- Worship hall, built 1661-1672, is a cultural property.
- Ink painting of Tenjin from 1429 is a cultural property.
Getting there
- 15-minute walk from Yamaguchi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
山口県山口市古熊1丁目10-3 Open in Google Maps
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