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Shiga Shrine

Mio Shrine

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三尾神社

Mio Shrine is a historic shrine dedicated to Izanagi-no-Mikoto, known for its unique rabbit motifs.

Mio Shrine
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What it is

  • A shrine in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture.
  • Dedicated to the deity Izanagi-no-Mikoto.
  • Formerly known as Miosha or Kami-Miosha.
  • Moved to its current location in 1876.

What to see

  • The main hall, rebuilt in 1426.
  • Main hall is an Important Cultural Property.
  • Rabbit stone carvings and sculptures on grounds.
  • Shrine's crest is a rabbit emblem.

When to go

  • Annual festival is held on May 2nd.

Getting there

  • An 8-minute walk from Miidera Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

滋賀県大津市園城寺町251 Open in Google Maps

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