Kotohira Shrine
金刀比羅神社
Kotohira Shrine: a Tokyo sanctuary with a resilient history, rebuilt after disasters.
What it is
- Founded between 1596 and 1615 by Ikoma Chikamasa.
- Enshrines a divided spirit of Kotohira-gu.
- Destroyed in 1923 earthquake and 1945 air raids.
- Current building constructed in 1963.
When to go
- Worship was traditionally allowed on the 10th of each month.
Getting there
- 3-minute walk from Okachimachi Station.
- 3-minute walk from Naka-Okachimachi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都台東区台東2-24-1 Open in Google Maps
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