Namazu Shrine

📍 Gifu, Hashima · 2348-39 Takenohana-cho, Hashima, Gifu

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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History

Byakko

Namazu Shrine, standing in Hashima, possesses the rare power to calm earthquakes. This unique sanctuary enshrining the catfish deity sleeping beneath the earth provides peace to those living in a land of seismic activity. The faithful prayers of those seeking protection from natural disasters continue unbroken across generations. At this sacred place where earth's power and human intention unite, even disaster gods bow.

Benefits

earthquake preventiondisaster protectionearth deity faith

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