Atsuta Shrine, Nagoya
The Atsuta Shrine is a hallowed Shinto shrine from the 1stcentury, home to the legendary imperial sword, Kusanagi no Tsurugi which is one of the 3 Sacred Treasues of Japan.
The Atsuta Shrine is a hallowed Shinto shrine from the 1stcentury, home to the legendary imperial sword, Kusanagi no Tsurugi which is one of the 3 Sacred Treasues of Japan. It is dedicated to the Atsuta-no-Ōkami, and the 'Five Great Gods of Atsuta' who are connected with the Tsurugi. Rebuilt after its destruction in World War II, the Atsuta Shrine has a treasure hall with over 4000 historical relics and national treasures, including manuscripts, masks, mirrors, garments, and swords.
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About Atsuta Shrine
1 Chome-1-1 Jingū, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 456-8585, Japan
+81 52-671-4151
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