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Kagawa Shrine

Kotohira-gū

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Kotohira-gū is a historic shrine dedicated to maritime safety, offering a rewarding climb and intricate carvings.

Kotohira-gū
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What it is

  • A standalone shrine on the slopes of Mount Zōzu.
  • Head shrine for about 600 Konpira shrines nationwide.
  • Known as a guardian deity of maritime traffic.
  • Main deity enshrined is Ōmononushi-no-Mikoto.

What to see

  • The main approach has 1,368 stone steps.
  • The current main hall was rebuilt in 1878.
  • Asahi-sha building features many beautiful carvings.
  • Inner shrine, Izutama Jinja, is at the top of 1,368 steps.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

香川県仲多度郡琴平町892-1 Open in Google Maps

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