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Hakoso-sha

Gunma · Tomioka · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 妙義神社 波己曽社

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WHAT TO DOHakoso-sha

The former main shrine of Myogi Jinja. The hall survives as an Important Cultural Property.

WHEREGunma

Seimo · Tomioka

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Overview

The former main shrine of Myogi Jinja. The hall survives as an Important Cultural Property.

About this place

Myogi Shrine is a shrine in Tomioka, Gunma. Its former shrine rank was prefectural shrine.

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Key facts

Founded：1656 Designation：Important Cultural Property Blessings：Mountain worship

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