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Īmori Shrine

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飯盛神社

Iimori Shrine, founded in 859, offers unique architecture and traditional festivals worth an hour's visit.

Īmori Shrine
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What it is

  • Shrine established in 859 by Emperor Seiwa.
  • Main shrine dedicates to Izanami-no-Mikoto and others.
  • East Oji Shrine dedicates to Amaterasu-Omikami.
  • West Oji Shrine dedicates to Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto.

What to see

  • Lanterns over 3 meters tall.
  • Torii gate behind main hall, half white and half red.

When to go

  • February 14 for Rice Porridge Divination Festival.
  • October 9 for Yabusame (horseback archery) event.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

福岡県福岡市西区大字飯盛609番地 Open in Google Maps

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