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Shrines and Temples in Akita

We are investigating and introducing shrines and temples in Akita prefecture. As popular shrines and temples are the places of interest, people gather as a power spot to receive the power to live, as seasonal events and festival places. We will post popular shrines and temples in Akita Prefecture.

Shrines in Akita

Karamatsu Shrine

Creation: Unknown
Address: Kyowasakai Shimodai 84, Daisen, Akita
Features:It is a long history shrine, familiar as the god of easy delivery.

Gozanoishi Shrine

Creation:Around the 15th century
Address:Nishikichohinokinai Ainaigata, Semboku, Akita
Features:Along with Tazawako, it is popular as a powerful spot for women.

Sankou Kumano Shrine

Creation: unknown
Address:Ushijimanishi 3-10-11, Akita, Akita
Features:It is said that there is a benefit that has resulted in our life, such as marriage, child-giving delivery, etc. as a god of "Musubi" from ancient times.

Shinzan Shrine

Creation:When Emperor Keikou
Address:Mizukuisawa 97, Kitaurashinzan, Oga city, Akita prefecture
Features:It is known as a shrine that performs a sacred priest of Namahage which is an important intangible folk cultural property of the country.

Taiheizan Miyoshi Shrine

Creation:673
Address:Hiromote Akanuma 3-2, Akita, Akita
Features:The total main shrine of the whole country Miyoshi Shrine, Taiheizanko. The guardian god of victory success / business prosperity ≪Miyoshi Psychic God≫ is enshrined.


Temples in Akita

Tentokuji

Creation:1462
Address:Izumimitakene 10-1, Akita, Akita
Features:Temple of Soto sect. There are many "important cultural properties designated by the country" such as main halls.

Koushouji

Creation: Unknown
Address:Shitamachi 179, Minamiakitagun Gojomemachi, Akita
Features:Koushouji temple of Shinto Buddhism is also known as a venue for jazz events.


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