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Akatsuka Suwa Shrine
板橋区大門１１−１
Located in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo, this shrine is also known as Akatsuka Suwa Shrine. The 'Tawaki' (rice paddy play) held every February is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, alongside Tokumaru Kitano Shrine.
Enshrined deities
Takeminakata-no-Kami
History
Founded in the mid-Muromachi to early Sengoku period, the shrine was established by the castle lord Chiba Suitsune, who invited the deity from Suwa Grand Shrine to ward off evil from the Kaimon (northeastern direction) of Akatsuka Castle. It served as the guardian deity of Shimoakatsuka Village. Around 1630, the Ten Rasha Nyos (Ten Demon Women) were enshrined as subsidiary deities, but they were removed during the Meiji era's separation of Shinto and Buddhism.
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What visitors say
Highlights include the red mountain gate, wooden seated statues, and a large pair of ginkgo trees. Despite its modest size, the shrine features impressive buildings and grounds. It has a strong community presence, and on the three days of New Year's (Sangatsu-gatsu), it is lively with local visitors. Goshuin (shrine seal stamps) are also available.
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