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Shiratori Shrine

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Shiratori Shrine honors Yamato Takeru, known for rain prayers and a historic votive horse picture.

Shiratori Shrine
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What it is

  • Shrine dedicated to Yamato Takeru no Mikoto.
  • Founded around the time of Emperor Chuai.
  • Believed a white bird was Yamato Takeru's soul.
  • Known for efficacy in praying for rain.

What to see

  • Tenman Daijizai Tenjin is a subsidiary shrine.
  • Votive horse picture from 1853 is a cultural property.

Getting there

  • 10-minute walk from Tsubata Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

石川県河北郡津幡町加賀爪ヌ1 Open in Google Maps

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