Shichihyaku yosho-jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Shichihyaku yosho-jinja is a shrine in Yachiyo surrounded by greenery and a nearby pear orchard. The grounds feature simple wooden structures that are carefully maintained, with a park adjacent to the site that adds to the welcoming atmosphere of the place.
The shrine was established during the reign of Emperor Uda, Japan's 91st emperor, dating back to the Kamakura period with over 800 years of history. The main building was constructed in the late 1800s and the prayer hall was added afterward.
The shrine is dedicated to Kunitokotachi no Mikoto, the god of land and prosperity. Visitors experience traditional ceremonies like the Murakami Kagura, a nine-part ritual dance performed yearly to ward off bad luck and express gratitude for blessings.
The shrine offers year-round blessings and ceremonies for motorcycles and cars, making it a popular stop for riders before long trips. The calm, natural surroundings with nearby woodlands invite visitors to walk and relax before or after paying their respects.
The shrine is recognized as a motorcycle sanctuary and offers a special collection of seven different motorcycle stamp designs tailored to each bike type. The shrine's priest is himself a rider and organizes an annual Open Ceremony each May featuring safety prayers and performances celebrating the blend of tradition and motorcycle culture.
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