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Osaka Shrine

Suwa Shrine (Shimamoto)

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諏訪神社 (島本町)

A historic village shrine in Osaka, dedicated to Takeminakata-no-mikoto, offering unique seasonal rituals.

Suwa Shrine (Shimamoto)
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What it is

  • A shrine in Shimamoto-cho, Osaka Prefecture.
  • Dedicated to the deity Takeminakata-no-mikoto.
  • Suwa Myojin was invited here in 1461.
  • Ranked as a village shrine in 1872.

What to see

  • An aidensha (auxiliary shrine) on the grounds.

When to go

  • January 6 for a bow-shooting ritual.
  • A tug-of-war with a large shimenawa is held.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

大阪府三島郡島本町大字尺代667 Open in Google Maps

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