Naka-Hikawa Shrine

Overview

Naka-Hikawa Shrine stands in Yamaguchi, Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, and belongs to the Hikawa faith. Revered as the chief guardian shrine of 92 villages across the former Iruma and Tama districts, it was ranked as a former prefectural shrine. It is a shrine of deep tradition that reflects the region's history.

Highlights

• ●An old shrine in Yamaguchi, Tokorozawa carrying on the Hikawa faith
• ●Its rank as chief guardian of 92 villages in the former Iruma and Tama districts
• ●A tradition counted among the Shikinaisha of Musashi Province
• ●A main hall preserving the Taisha-zukuri style

History

Naka-Hikawa Shrine is a shrine within the Hikawa faith and was ranked as a former prefectural shrine. Regarded as the chief guardian of 92 villages in the former Iruma and Tama districts, it is counted among the Shikinaisha of Musashi Province. Its main hall is said to preserve the Taisha-zukuri style.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head to Naka-Hikawa Shrine in Yamaguchi, Tokorozawa for a visit
2. 2Learn of its heritage as a former prefectural shrine and Shikinaisha
3. 3Take in the Taisha-zukuri hall and the atmosphere of the grounds
4. 4Combine the visit with nearby spots in Tokorozawa

Did you know?

💡 A distinctive point is its standing as the chief guardian of 92 villages across the former Iruma and Tama districts, uniting a wide region. The name "Naka-Hikawa" hints at its place within the network of Hikawa-faith shrines.

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