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Akama Jingu(赤間神宮)

あかまじんぐう Akama Jingu

Akama Jingu(赤間神宮)

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It enshrines Emperor Antoku, who drowned at Dannoura. Known for its red and white Suitenmon gate, which recalls the palace of the dragon king.

TypeShrine
City / townShimonoseki
Said to bringWarding off misfortune / Safe voyages
Area in the prefectureWestern area

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