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Imamiya Shrine (Toyoura Palace)

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Imamiya Shrine (Toyoura Palace)

下関市長府宮の内町1−18

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🏆 Victory & success🛡️ Warding off misfortune👶 Children & safe birth

Located near the center of Nagato, this shrine is believed to be the site of the traveling palace of Emperor Chuai. It is known as a deity of martial and literary arts and a god of victory, and is famous for the Sufu-tei Festival, a unique ritual known as one of the world's strange festivals.

Enshrined deities

Emperor Chuai, Empress Jingu, Hachiman Okami

History

It is said to be the site of the Toyoura Palace, where Emperor Chuai stayed while pacifying the Kumaso. The shrine's origins trace back to Empress Jingō enshrining Emperor Chuai at this location. During the reign of Emperor Shōmu, the three main halls were separated, but they were later merged due to a medieval fire, leading to the name 'Imamiya.' The shrine has a history of receiving prayers for military victory from Ashikaga Takauji and the patronage of the Mori clan of Nagato.

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Blessings

Known as a deity of martial and literary arts and a god of victory, it has also been worshipped by common people as a deity for safe childbirth.

What visitors say

The shrine grounds are full of vitality, with preparations for festivals and large banners creating a vibrant atmosphere. There is a free parking lot, and visitors can feed birds such as pigeons and chickens. The grounds also feature interesting sights, including demon stones and monuments related to silkworm eggs.

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