[Kanagawa Prefecture/Samukawa Shrine] One of the most famous shrines in Kanagawa Prefecture

Ichinomiya Shrine in Sagami Province. It is said to be the only shrine in Japan that has the divine virtue of protection from all directions. In Kanagawa Prefecture, it is the second most visited shrine for New Year's visits after Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. Samukawa Shrine is an ancient shrine with a history of 1600 years, and is one of the leading shrines in the Kanto region. In the precincts, there is a sacred pond to the right of the torii gate, and a fountain where you can relax while listening to the sound of the water. Beside the main shrine building is a bronze statue of an armillary sphere (an instrument used to measure the positions of celestial bodies and stars), and the dragon supporting it is very cool. Going through the shrine gate, you will find yourself in a spacious space, and beyond that is the magnificent main hall, making you feel as if you have descended into another world. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ❥❥ Samukawa Shrine 🚉Miyayama Station →🚶‍♀️About 7 minutes walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Samukawa Shrine #Shrine Tour #Shrines and Temples #Kanagawa Trip #Kanagawa Sightseeing