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Shingu-Kumano Shrine

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新宮熊野神社

Ancient shrine dedicated to Kumano deities, featuring historic architecture and a monumental ginkgo tree.

Shingu-Kumano Shrine
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What it is

  • Founded in 1055 by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi.
  • Enshrines the Kumano Sanzan deities.
  • Formerly held the rank of Prefectural Shrine.

What to see

  • Kumano Jinja Nagatoko is a National Important Cultural Property.
  • Kumano Sansha Honden, Monjudo, and Kannon-do buildings.
  • A 600-year-old ginkgo tree, 30m tall, 8.1m circumference.
  • Bronze bowl designated a National Important Cultural Property.

Getting there

  • About 5 km southwest of Kitakata Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

福島県喜多方市慶徳町新宮字熊野2258 Open in Google Maps

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