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Okayama Shrine

Yoshikawa-hachimangū

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吉川八幡宮

Ancient shrine with important cultural properties, worth visiting for its history and architecture.

Yoshikawa-hachimangū
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What it is

  • A shrine in Kibi-chūō-chō, Okayama Prefecture.
  • Established in 1096 as a branch of Iwashimizu Hachimangū.
  • Dedicated to Emperor Ōjin, Emperor Chūai, and Empress Jingū.

What to see

  • Main hall is a National Important Cultural Property, built in 1395.
  • Zuishinmon gate is a Prefectural Important Cultural Property.
  • Haiden hall is a Prefectural Important Cultural Property.
  • Surrounding forest is a Prefectural Local Monument.

When to go

  • Tōban Matsuri festival is held annually in October.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

岡山県加賀郡吉備中央町吉川 3932 Open in Google Maps

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