Suwa Shrine, Tachikawa
諏訪神社
Tachikawa Suwa Shrine: an ancient Tokyo shrine rebuilt, known for traditional lion dances and sumo.
What it is
- Ancient shrine founded in 811.
- Also called Tachikawa Suwa Jinja.
- Dedicated to Takeminakata-no-kami.
- Also enshrines Hachiman and Inari deities.
What to see
- Main shrine building rebuilt in 1670.
- Kaguraden hall completed in 1929.
- Main shrine rebuilt again in 2002.
When to go
- Known for lion dances.
- Known for sumo wrestling.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都立川市柴崎町1丁目5番15号 Open in Google Maps
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