Shingu-Kumano Shrine
新宮熊野神社
Ancient shrine dedicated to Kumano deities, featuring historic architecture and a monumental ginkgo tree.
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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