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Uwatsu Hiko Shrine
宇和島市野川新１３
A shrine deeply rooted in the Minamiyo region, revered for generations as the clan deity of the local lords and affectionately known as "Ikusama."
History
The shrine enshrines Kuniterabe no Mikoto, a son of Emperor Keikō (the 12th emperor), and is revered as the deity who developed and governed the Minamiyo region. Including the period before its current location, it boasts a history of over 1,200 years. After the Date clan took control in the Edo period, it was established at its current site as the Ichinomiya (primary shrine) of the Date clan's 100,000-koku domain.
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Blessings
The shrine is believed to offer blessings for family safety, warding off misfortune, and protection from disasters.
What visitors say
Located on a high ground, this shrine is characterized by its scenic views of the distant Uwajiro Castle. A free parking lot is located below the stairs at the end of a narrow path through a residential area. Goshuin (shrine seal stamps) can be obtained by directly signing the register. The shrine exudes a solemn and charming atmosphere, featuring a main hall and a approach path that crosses a bridge.
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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