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Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine
白川村荻町５５９
Located in Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this shrine was once considered the Ujigami (local tutelary deity) for a total of 41 villages in Upper and Lower Shirakawa-go. Every October, the Doburoku Festival is held.
Enshrined deities
Hachiman Okami, Empress Jingu
History
It is said to have been founded during the Wado period (708–714 CE). The shrine buildings were rebuilt in 1636, and during the Genroku period, Senko-in was established as the Betto-ji (head temple). In 1961, it was designated as a shrine visited by the head of the Gifu Prefectural Shinto Shrine Association.
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What visitors say
Situated in the tranquil environment of Shirakawa-go, visitors can enjoy seasonal charms such as winter snowscapes and the clear air of summer. Annually in October, the 'Doburoku Festival' takes place, featuring lion dances and a divine procession, where Doburoku (unfiltered sake) is served to worshippers. It is also known as a pilgrimage site for fans of anime.
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