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Yoshino Mikumari Jinja

Nara · Yoshino · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 吉野水分神社

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WHAT TO DOYoshino Mikumari Jinja

The word mikumari, water-parting, shifted to mikomori, child-guarding, and became a faith for conceiving a child.

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Yoshino · Yoshino

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Overview

The word mikumari, water-parting, shifted to mikomori, child-guarding, and became a faith for conceiving a child.

About this place

Yoshino Mikumari Shrine (吉野水分神社, Yoshino Mikumari-jinja) is a Shinto shrine located on Mount Yoshino in Yoshino district, Nara, Japan. It is closely associated with Emperor Go-Daigo.

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Key facts

Founded：Unknown (ancient) Designation：Important Cultural Property, World Cultural Heritage Site Blessings：Safe childbirth

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