Located in the Aomori Prefecture, Chunagijō Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the Shisa dogs that protect the town. The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a guardian deity for the region, with a distinctive red-tiled roof and wooden pillars adorned with traditional Japanese carvings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- null
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 40.4901125, 141.4344324
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's Shisa dogs, visit during the spring when they are decorated with traditional ornaments and lanterns.
Cultural notes
Chunagijō Shrine is famous for its Shisa dog statues that are believed to ward off evil spirits. The shrine also hosts a festival called 'Aomori Prefecture's Shisa Festival' every autumn, where visitors can admire the beautifully decorated Shisa dogs.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1869 during the Meiji period, making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Aomori Prefecture.