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Ryujin Pond of the Eight Great Dragon Kings (within the grounds of Suibun Shrine)
〒870-0126 大分県大分市横尾１７７６
This is the Ryujin (Dragon God) Pond located within the grounds of Suibun Shrine, associated with the Hachidai Ryuuo (Eight Great Dragon Kings). Visitors can experience the majestic presence of the dragon deities amidst a calm and refreshing atmosphere.
Enshrined deities
Watatsumi-no-Kami (sea deity)
History
The tradition began in 1172 CE (Joan 2) when the region suffered from drought and a mysterious light appeared on Mount Takao. It was said that Watatsumi no Kami (the Sea God) instructed people to enshrine a white stone found in a mountain pond as a dragon god. When villagers obtained the sacred stone and enshrined it, rain fell and the harvest became abundant. In 1444 CE (Bun'an 1), a new shintai (sacred object) was created, and since then, a special festival has been held every thirty-three years.
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What visitors say
This is a solemn place surrounded by forest. Visitors walk along well-maintained paths toward the pond. Although the water appears brownish and murky, the surrounding nature and quiet environment help calm the mind. There is no clearly designated parking area, so many visitors use the open space in front of the torii gate.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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