Munakata Shrine (Kita-ku, Okayama)
宗形神社
Munakata Shrine is an ancient shrine on a hill, preserving a unique painted tumulus.
What it is
- A Shikinaisha shrine, listed in 927.
- Dedicated to three female deities.
- Formerly held the rank of Gosha.
What to see
- A small hill where the shrine stands.
- A circular tumulus behind the main building.
- Stone coffin structure within the tumulus.
- Inner surface of the coffin painted red.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岡山県岡山市北区大窪193 Open in Google Maps
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