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Saitama Shrine

Futatsumiya Hikawa Shrine

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A historic village shrine in Saitama, known for its connection to a valuable water source.

Futatsumiya Hikawa Shrine
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What it is

  • A Hikawa Shrine in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture.
  • Its founding date is unknown.
  • The name Futatsumiya comes from this shrine and Hachiman Shrine.
  • It was ranked as a 'village shrine' in 1873.

What to see

  • The site where Mitarai Pond, a valuable water source, once existed.
  • The pond was also known as Hikawa-sama no Ike.

Getting there

  • A 5-minute walk from Iidajuku bus stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

埼玉県さいたま市西区二ツ宮586 Open in Google Maps

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