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Menuma Shodenzan

Saitama · Kumagaya · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 妻沼聖天山 歓喜院

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WHAT TO DOMenuma Shodenzan

The Shotendo hall is a National Treasure. Its brilliantly coloured carving has earned it the name Saitama Nikko.

WHERESaitama

North · Kumagaya

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Overview

The Shotendo hall is a National Treasure. Its brilliantly coloured carving has earned it the name Saitama Nikko.

Key facts

Founded：1179 Designation：National Treasure Blessings：Matchmaking, Business prosperity

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