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One of the shrines claiming to be first of Echigo Province. It stands near where Shinran came ashore.
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Kota Shrine (居多神社, Kota-jinja) is a Shinto shrine located in the Gochi neighborhood of the city of Jōetsu, Niigata Prefecture. It is one of the three shrines claiming the title of ichinomiya of former Echigo Province. The main festival of the shrine is held annually on May 3.
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Founded:Unknown (ancient) Shrine rank:Ichinomiya of Echigo Province Blessings:Matchmaking
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