Suwa taisha, Shinto shrine complex near Lake Suwa, Japan.
The shrine consists of four buildings divided between upper and lower shrine groups, positioned on opposite shores of Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture.
The shrine's origins appear in the Kojiki, Japan's oldest historical record from the 8th century, documenting its foundation to honor deity Takeminakata-no-kami.
More than 10,000 affiliated Suwa shrines exist across Japan, demonstrating the extensive influence of this religious center on Japanese spiritual practices.
Visitors can reach the upper shrine group from JR Kami-Suwa Station by bus in 50 minutes or by taxi in 15 minutes.
During the Onbashira Festival, participants transport 200-year-old fir trees weighing up to 10 tons using only human power to erect them at shrine corners.
Location: Chino
Location: Suwa
Location: Shimosuwa
Website: https://suwataisha.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.07528,138.09139
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:10
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