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Nishine Shrine

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西根神社

Nishine Shrine honors local heroes and hosts vibrant festivals, offering unique cultural experiences.

Nishine Shrine
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What it is

  • Shrine founded in 1887.
  • Enshrines Sato Shin'emon and Furukawa Zenbei.
  • Grounds were a Kariya Domain encampment.
  • Also enshrines Takahata Tenmangu Shrine.

What to see

  • Stone monuments honor Furukawa Zenbei's achievements.

When to go

  • Autumn festival is held on September 14th.
  • Uso-kae Festival is held on January 13-16 and April 27.
  • Uso-kae Festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors.
  • Buy wooden bullfinches for good health and academic success.

Getting there

  • 9-minute walk from Iizaka Onsen Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

福島県福島市飯坂町湯野字高畑2 Open in Google Maps

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