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grave of Jesus in Shingō

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キリストの墓

Visit this rural grave site to explore the unique Japanese legend of Jesus Christ's final resting place.

grave of Jesus in Shingō
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What it is

  • Claimed burial site of Jesus Christ.
  • Discovered in 1935 by Takeuchi Kyomaro.
  • Theory states Jesus escaped to Japan and died here.
  • Became a tourist attraction after the 1970s occult boom.

What to see

  • An existing mound claimed to be Christ's grave.

When to go

  • Christ Festival is held annually in June.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

青森県三戸郡新郷村大字戸来字野月33-1 Open in Google Maps

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