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Houraizan Shrine
〒649-7163 和歌山県伊都郡かつらぎ町萩原５６
Located in Katsuragi Town, Wakayama Prefecture, this shrine enshrines multiple deities across four halls, from the First Hall to the Fourth Hall. It features historic structures, including the main hall (honden) designated as an Important Cultural Property, and the East and West Halls designated as Wakayama Prefectural Cultural Properties.
Enshrined deities
Hachiman Okami, Sarutahiko-no-Okami
History
The shrine's origins are said to date back to the 4th year of Houki (773 CE) during the reign of Emperor Kounin, when Abe no Seimei invited the enshrined deity of Hachimangu. During the Sengoku period, the shrine buildings were revived by the Tokiyoshi clan. In the 5th year of Eiyou (1525 CE), it received an imperial plaque conferring divine rank from Emperor Go-Komatsu. The shrine was restored again in the Edo period and became independent from the Shinnganji temple during the Meiji period due to the separation of Shinto and Buddhism.
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What visitors say
The shrine grounds are well-maintained, offering a quiet and serene atmosphere for worship. Highlights include the unique landscape of vibrant vermilion main halls and seasonal installations such as straw ring gates (Chinowa). Parking is available, and Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) can be obtained either pre-written or directly from the reception.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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