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Value Village ／ Iwate ／ Shrines & Temples
みついしじんじゃ Mitsuishi Jinja
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The giant rocks that are its deity are said to be the origin of the name Iwate, "hand of rock". An ogre is said to have pressed his handprint here, swearing never to return.
| Type | Shrine |
|---|---|
| City / town | Morioka |
| Founded | Unknown |
| Said to bring | Warding off misfortune |
| Area in the prefecture | Central area |
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