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Suwa Shrine

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Suwa Shrine is one of the most visited Shinto shrine in Nagasaki, and the home for the popular event, Nagasaki Kunchi Festival.

It was built in 1493, yet burned down and demolished in 1590. After a century, in 1624, it was rebuilt as a shrine for all believers in Nagasaki. The shrine includes and extends to the whole of Mt. Tamazono.

After climbing 193 stone steps, you will be paid back with the panoramic views of Nagasaki.

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Things to see

As you head to the main shrine complex, you will be welcomed by huge stone torii along the way. There are also plenty of things to see in this shrine.

There are several komainu (lion-dogs) statues around. The mikoshi shrines (portable shrines) used in festivals can also be seen as well as the relics and artworks gathered from the locality.

Travel Notes

Suwa Shrine is a short walk away from Suwajinja-mae Station.

Admission

You can visit the shrine from dawn to dusk, open all year round. Admission is free.

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