Nanakura Shrine

Overview

Nanakura Shrine is a shrine in the Kokutsugi area of Futatsui-machi, Noshiro, Akita Prefecture. Its mountain title is Mount Nanakura, and it formerly held the rank of prefectural shrine. Across the Yoneshiro River rises Mount Nanakura with its seven peaks, and part of Noshiro and the mountain can be seen from the precincts.

Highlights

• ●View of the seven-peaked Mount Nanakura across the Yoneshiro River
• ●A torii gate positioned to face Mount Nanakura
• ●A hall and precincts bearing the mountain title of Mount Nanakura
• ●Devotion as a deity associated with examinations

History

According to shrine tradition, it was founded in 658 (the fourth year of Empress Saimei) by Abe no Hirafu. It is also known as Tenjin Nanakura Shrine and formerly held the rank of prefectural shrine. The name is read "Nanakura" and not "Nanaza."

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1View the seven peaks of Mount Nanakura from across the Yoneshiro River
2. 2Pass through the torii that faces Mount Nanakura
3. 3Pay respects at the hall once ranked as a prefectural shrine
4. 4Walk the precincts, noted for devotion tied to examinations

Did you know?

💡 The shrine name is read "Nanakura," never "Nanaza."

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