Kōriyama hachiman-jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Kōriyama hachiman-jinja is a Shinto shrine in Isa featuring a bright red main building recognized as an important cultural property by the country. The structure combines architectural styles from the Muromachi and Momoyama periods with influences from Okinawan design.
The shrine was founded over 800 years ago when a member of the Hishikari family was instructed to build it by a mysterious figure in the area. The protective Niō guardian statues carved in 1721 represent key moments in the site's long history.
The shrine holds deep meaning for local people who visit for festivals and ceremonies throughout the year. It represents a living connection to traditions that have been practiced here for generations.
The shrine has a small parking area for about 15 cars and is easy to reach by car with clear road signs. Visitors can collect a goshuin stamp as a souvenir and should plan their visit around festivals held in January and May.
The shrine holds the oldest known written record of shochu, a Japanese spirit, carved as graffiti by carpenters in 1559 who humorously complained about not receiving the drink after finishing their work. This scratched inscription is now protected as an important cultural property.
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