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Sousha Shrine, Head Shrine of the Province of Kozuke
〒371-0846 群馬県前橋市元総社町１丁目３１−４５
As the head shrine (Sousha) of the ancient province of Kozuke, it enshrined the 'Kozuke Province Kami Meicho' (Register of Deities of Kozuke Province) as its sacred object until the Meiji era. The shrine grounds feature a main hall (honden) designated as an Important Cultural Property by Gunma Prefecture, and a worship hall (haiden) designated as an Important Cultural Property by Maebashi City.
Enshrined deities
Ukanomitama-no-Okami (Inari), Futsunushi-no-Okami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
History
崇神天皇の皇子が軍神として経津主命を祀ったことに始まるという。平安時代中期から後期にかけて、国司が国衙の近くに総社を興し幣帛を奉るようになった上野国における総社である。永禄9年に焼失し、元亀年間（1570年-1573年）に現在地に再建された。
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What visitors say
The main hall is beautifully constructed with colorful carvings, and the decorations on the buildings and foundations are highlights. There is a magnificent sacred tree on the grounds, creating a solemn and tranquil atmosphere. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) are provided only as pre-written copies, and it may be possible to purchase omikuji (fortune slips) even late in the day.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 17:00
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