Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Indépendant Ichinomiya developpement
Kokuhei Chusha
Ichinomiya (Shimotsuke Province (one of claimants))
Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)
Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)
Tarif
Free (garden area: 300 JPY)
Goshuin
500 JPY
Acces
35 min walk
Horaires
April-Oct 8:00-17:00, Nov-Mar 8:00-16:00
Vue d'ensemble
Futarasan Shrine in Nikko, Tochigi, enshrines Okuninushi, Tagorihime, and Ajisukitakahikone — the three deities of the sacred mountains of Nikko. Founded in traditional accounts around 782, the shrine predates the famous Toshogu by over 800 years and embodies the ancient mountain-worship tradition of the region. Its jurisdiction technically encompasses the sacred peaks, Lake Chuzenji, and the Kegon Falls, making it one of the largest shrine territories in Japan. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the 'Shrines and Temples of Nikko.'
Histoire
Fondation
📜Selon la tradition
782 [天応2年]
782📜Selon la tradition
Founded by Shodo Shonin
1999📄Atteste par les sources
Included in UNESCO World Heritage Site
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
⛩
secondary Deity
⛩
secondary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Indépendant head
A savoir
💡
The shrine's territory technically includes Mount Nantai, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls — making its 'grounds' enormous.
Source: documented
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
36.7590, 139.5980
Physical Address
2307 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi
Province historique
Shimotsuke
Acces
Nikko Station
35 min walk
Horaires
April-Oct 8:00-17:00, Nov-Mar 8:00-16:00
Bus
Bus to Nishi-Sando (15 min)
Meilleure saison
autumnspring
Langues etrangeres
English
Accessibilite
Partial
Site officiel
https://www.futarasan.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
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Indépendant agriculture
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Questions frequentes
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What is Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)?
Futarasan Shrine in Nikko, Tochigi, enshrines Okuninushi, Tagorihime, and Ajisukitakahikone — the three deities of the sacred mountains of Nikko. Founded in traditional accounts around 782, the shrine predates the famous Toshogu by over 800 years and embodies the ancient mountain-worship tradition of the region. Its jurisdiction technically encompasses the sacred peaks, Lake Chuzenji, and the Kegon Falls, making it one of the largest shrine territories in Japan. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the 'Shrines and Temples of Nikko.'
Where is Futarasan Shrine (Nikko) located?
Futarasan Shrine (Nikko) is located in Nikko, Tochigi. The full address is: 2307 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi.
What deities are enshrined at Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)?
The enshrined deities are: Okuninushi no Mikoto, Tagorihime no Mikoto, Ajisukitakahikone.