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Shinmei Shrine

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神明神社

Shinmei Shrine in Kamakura, founded in the 1570s, offers a glimpse into local history and architecture.

Shinmei Shrine
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What it is

  • A Shinto shrine in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture.
  • Founded during the Genki era (1570-1573).
  • Dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami to stop epidemics.
  • Currently managed by Inari Shrine.

What to see

  • The current main hall, built in 1654.
  • Main hall renovated in 1854.
  • Merged shrines: Awashima, Rokuten, and Suwa.

Getting there

  • 14-minute walk from JR Kita-Kamakura Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

神奈川県鎌倉市台4-20-16 Open in Google Maps

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