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Sumiyoshi Shrine

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住吉神社

Sumiyoshi Shrine is a historic site in Tokushima with unique guardian deities and auxiliary shrines.

Sumiyoshi Shrine
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What it is

  • A shrine dedicated to three seafaring deities.
  • Relocated to Awa Province in 1300.
  • Protected by the powerful Hosokawa family.
  • Served as a castle guardian for 37 years.

What to see

  • Several auxiliary shrines on the grounds.
  • Includes Ebisu Shrine and Tenjin Shrine.
  • Site of Renge-ji Temple, a historic seppuku location.

Getting there

  • 20-minute drive from JR Tokushima Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

徳島県徳島市住吉1丁目6番 Open in Google Maps

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