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Suitengu Hiranuma Shrine

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水天宮平沼神社

A historic Yokohama shrine dedicated to safe childbirth and protection from fire, founded in 1839.

Suitengu Hiranuma Shrine
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What it is

  • A shrine founded in 1839 by Hiranuma Kyubei (5th generation).
  • Dedicated to Amenominakanushi-no-kami and Emperor Antoku.
  • Emperor Antoku is a god of safe childbirth and water.
  • Revered for protection from fire.

What to see

  • Several subsidiary shrines are on the grounds.
  • The shrine crest is a 'roped anchor'.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

神奈川県横浜市西区平沼2-8-20 Open in Google Maps

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