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Susanoo Shrine (First Shrine of Bitchu Province)
〒729-3101 広島県福山市新市町戸手１−１
A shrine listed in the Engishiki codex, recognized as the First Shrine of Bitchu Province. It is said to be the birthplace of the Gion Festival. The shrine grounds feature one of the oldest surviving castle gates, relocated from a Sengoku-period mountain castle.
Enshrined deities
Susanoo-no-Mikoto
History
Tradition holds that the shrine was founded in the 7th century during the reign of Emperor Tenmu. Later, in the 6th year of the Tenpyo era (734 CE), after returning from Tang China, the scholar Kibi no Makibi is said to have enshrined the deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto at Hiromi Shrine in Harima Province, transferring the deity from Bitchu. Following the separation of Shinto and Buddhism in the Meiji era, the enshrined deity was restored to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, and the shrine adopted its current name.
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What visitors say
The spacious grounds feature serene shrine buildings and are easily accessible for elderly visitors due to the absence of stairs. The water purification basin (temizuya) features a unique design shaped like an oni (demon). The shrine office accepts requests for Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps). Weekdays offer a peaceful atmosphere, and the surrounding area is equipped with playgrounds and park-like facilities.
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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