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It claims to be the oldest great shrine in eastern Japan. Its kagura is an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.
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Washinomiya Shrine (鷲宮神社, Washinomiya-jinja) is one of the oldest Shintō shrines in the Kantō region, located in Kuki, Saitama (formerly Washimiya), Japan.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded：Unknown (ancient) Blessings：Business prosperity, Good fortune
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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Source washinomiyajinja.or.jp ↗Before you go
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