Hanitsu Shrine
土津神社
Hanitsu Shrine honors a powerful feudal lord at his grave site, offering a glimpse into samurai history.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to Hoshina Masayuki, first lord of Aizu Domain.
- Built in 1675 at Hoshina Masayuki's grave site.
- Name 'Hanitsu' from a divine title given to Masayuki.
What to see
- Current main hall, rebuilt in 1880.
- Seven subsidiary shrines on the grounds.
- 7.3-meter stone monument.
- Hoshina Masayuki's tomb in the inner sanctuary.
- Aizu Domain Matsudaira Family Cemetery, a national historic site.
When to go
- Spring festival.
- Autumn festival.
Getting there
- 10-minute drive from Inawashiro Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
福島県耶麻郡猪苗代町字見祢山1 Open in Google Maps
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