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Imaizumi Yasaka Shrine

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Imaizumi Yasaka Shrine

〒321-0966 栃木県宇都宮市今泉4丁目16−28

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Located in the center of Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, this shrine's official name is Yasaka Shrine. It has been revered by successive lords of Utsunomiya Castle since the Edo period and is currently known for the dedication of Taishikagura (a grand form of Kagura dance drama), which is designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property.

Enshrined deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto

History

康平6年(1063年)、宇都宮城主の藤原宗円が本丸築城の際、鬼門の鎮護として今泉の地に神明宮を建立したのが始まりです。明治10年頃に今泉5丁目に遷座し、明治43年に天王社と外数社を合祀して現在の「八坂神社」と改称されました。平成10年からは社殿の大改修事業が行われ、平成12年には遷座祭が執り行われました。

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What visitors say

Located along a major road, the shrine offers a wide variety of omamori (protective amulets), goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps), and omikuji (fortune slips) featuring cat and dog motifs. Within the precincts, there is a small pond where visitors can feed koi carp, and sacred water is also provided. It is within walking distance from Utsunomiya Station, offering easy access; however, those visiting by car should be mindful of surrounding traffic conditions.

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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