Hokomochi Shrine

📍 Nagano, Ina · 1600 Hokomochi, Takatao, Ina, Nagano

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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 shrine, bearing the power of the spear-wielding deity, has been deeply revered by warriors since the tumultuous era of the Sengoku period. Standing in western Takatao, it has weathered countless storms of history and continues to radiate formidable spiritual power. Modern pilgrims visit with hidden determination, seeking courage to overcome life's hardships. Every face this fox has witnessed has carried the burning flame of earnest prayer.

Benefits

Martial valorBattle victoryFamily prosperity

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