Hikawa Shrine
氷川神社
Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, known for warding off evil.
What it is
- Shrine originated in the Shōhei era (1346-1370).
- Founded from a branch shrine of Musashi Province's Hikawa Shrine.
- Enshrined deity is Susanoo-no-Mikoto.
- Known for warding off evil and academic success.
What to see
- Current shrine building was constructed in 1991.
- Several subsidiary shrines are on the grounds.
Getting there
- 2-minute walk from Numabukuro Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都中野区沼袋1-31-4 Open in Google Maps
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