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諏訪神社

千葉県 · 館山市

The 諏訪神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, dedicated to the god of love and fertility, Fūjin, and his wife Bishamon, as well as the Shinto deities Hikoboshi and Inari. Visitors can see a beautiful garden, a five-story pagoda, and a large torii gate. The shrine is famous for its autumn leaves and is one of the oldest shrines in Chiba Prefecture.

Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Fūjin
Kami enshrined
Fūjin, Bishamon, Hikoboshi, Inari
Coordinates
35.0309512, 139.8403321

Visitor tip

To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or during the off-season.

Cultural notes

Fūjin is said to have been worshipped by women who wanted to conceive. The shrine hosts an annual Festival of Love, where couples can tie colored strings on a special tree for good luck and fertility.

Historical note

The shrine was established in the early Heian period (794-1185 CE).

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