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不動明王

Yamanashi

The Unmoving Buddha (Fushimi Inari's sister shrine), located in the mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Miroku, one of the Four Heavenly Kings. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to the Shigisanji clan, who protected the Tokugawa shogunate. The Enma-Oh no Kami is enshrined here.

Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Miroku
Kami enshrined
Emperor Sujin, Empress Su-jo, Enma-O no Kami, Shikabane-tsuchi, Kagetsu-Mori
Coordinates
35.4306061, 138.9047367

Visitor tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's significance, visitors should approach from the east to avoid bad luck.

Cultural notes

This shrine shares its name and some similarities with Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. Both are dedicated to the Miroku, but Fushimi Inari is primarily associated with Inari Okami. The Unmoving Buddha's unique architecture showcases regional influences.

Historical note

The shrine was founded in 1604 during the Edo period.

More shrines in Yamanashi