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Awashima Shrine
〒869-0403 熊本県宇土市新開町５５７
Located in Uto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, this shrine enshrines Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto (Awashima Dai Myojin). The grounds feature a miniature torii gate believed to offer the benefit of healing from illness.
Enshrined deities
Sukunabikona-no-Mikoto
History
The shrine's origin is said to date back to 1633 CE (Kanei 10) in the early Edo period, when Awashima Dai Myojin appeared in the dream of an elderly couple who had provided lodging to a traveling monk; the next morning, a divine statue was found left behind. The shrine buildings were constructed in 1815 CE (Bunka 12) and rebuilt in 1949 CE (Shōwa 24).
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Blessings
It is said that passing through the miniature torii gate brings healing from various illnesses, including gynecological diseases.
What visitors say
The shrine offers many highlights, including a grand torii gate, komainu (lion-dog statues), and a gold torii. The newly built shrine buildings emit a pleasant scent of wood. The grounds are compact and easy to walk, with well-maintained facilities such as restrooms, smoking areas, and a shop near the parking lot. Goshuin (shrine seal stamps) are available in pre-written or cut-paper designs, and the atmosphere is lively during events such as Shichi-Go-San (the traditional ceremony for children aged three, five, and seven).
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 8:00 – 18:00
- Sunday: 8:00 – 18:00
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