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Okayama Shrine

Ushitora Onzaki Shrine

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艮御崎神社

A historic village shrine in Kurashiki, notable for its literary connection and Edo-period architecture.

Ushitora Onzaki Shrine
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What it is

  • A village shrine, also known as Ujigami-sama.
  • Enshrines deities from Kibitsu Shrine's main hall.
  • Revered by the Ito clan of Okada Domain.
  • The current building was rebuilt in 1858.

What to see

  • Main hall, worship hall, and shrine office.
  • Five auxiliary shrines on the grounds.
  • Spears dedicated by Lord Ito Nagatoshi in 1871.
  • Model for a shrine in a Seishi Yokomizo novel.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

岡山県倉敷市真備町川辺208 Open in Google Maps

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