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Hiratsuka Shrine

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平塚神社

Hiratsuka Shrine: a historic Tokyo shrine dedicated to Minamoto warriors, with a unique ancient burial mound.

Hiratsuka Shrine
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What it is

  • A Shinto shrine in Kami-Nakazato, Kita-ku, Tokyo.
  • Dedicated to Minamoto no Yoshiie, Yoshitsuna, and Yoshimitsu.
  • Its origin is linked to the Minamoto brothers.
  • Received land donations from Tokugawa Iemitsu in 1640.

What to see

  • The 'tsuka' burial mound behind the main shrine.
  • The burial mound is designated 'Kacchuzuka Kofun' by Kita-ku.
  • Several auxiliary shrines, including Toyoshima Shrine.
  • An Inari Shrine is also on the grounds.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都北区上中里1-47-1 Open in Google Maps

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