Kumano Shrine (Yokoshibahikari)
熊野神社 (横芝光町)
Kumano Shrine is an ancient guardian shrine with unique architecture and a sacred tree.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to three Shinto deities.
- Invited from Kumano Hongu Taisha in 876.
- Served as guardian shrine for eighteen villages.
- Renamed Kumano Shrine in 1871.
What to see
- Main hall rebuilt during the Shotoku era.
- Worship hall rebuilt during the Koka era.
- Large nagi tree is a sacred tree.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
千葉県山武郡横芝光町宮川2118 Open in Google Maps
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