Kappa no Tera Sesokuji

📍 Shizuoka, Ito · 464 Ike, Ito, Shizuoka

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Hours

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

This temple, nestled in a land steeped in kappa folklore, stands under the protection of water deities and remains a spiritual haven. Located by the water's edge, it has long guarded against calamities while blessing its visitors with the benefits of water's abundance. The ancient legends speak of how divine power subdues even mischievous spirits, making this place both peculiar and profoundly sacred.

Benefits

protection from floodinggood healthbusiness prosperity

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