Kotozaki Hachimangu Shrine

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Kotozaki Hachimangu Shrine in Ube City is a venerable shrine that has been worshipped since ancient times as a guardian deity of the region. The vast grounds are drifted with a dignified, sacred air, and the beautiful shrine building quietly welcomes visitors. It is said to have the most types of "Omamori" (charms) in Japan, with over 800 varieties ranging from health, academics, and safe birth to unique ones, making it a joy to find the perfect guardian item for yourself. In summer, a "Wind Bell Festival" is held, and the sight of thousands of wind bells echoing cool tones is very popular with international tourists as an experience symbolizing the beauty of Japanese summer. It is a popular power spot in Yamaguchi Prefecture where you can simultaneously experience traditional prayer culture and seasonal emotions.

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【宇部市上宇部】琴崎八幡宮

Ube City Tourism & Convention Association

やまぐち映像図鑑 NO.110 琴崎八幡宮［宇部市］ | Kotozaki Hachimangu Shrine [ Ube-city ]

Yamaguchi Prefectural Tourism Federation

Kotozaki Hachimangu Shrine

Address: 571 Kamiube, Ube-shi, Yamaguchi
Website: http://www.kotozaki.com/
Operator: Kotozaki Hachimangu Shrine

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