Tosa's highest-ranking ancient shrine where Chosokabe prayed for victory, its vermilion gate a National Important Cultural Property
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JR土讃線円行寺口駅から徒歩15分
高知県高知市一宮しなね2丁目16-1
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一言主神
味鋤高彦根神
Overview
The ichinomiya (highest-ranking shrine) of Tosa Province, serving as the chief guardian shrine of the region since ancient times. Enshrining Hitokoto-nushi-no-kami and Ajisuki-takahiko-ne-no-kami as principal deities, it is affectionately known as 'Shinane-san.' The vermilion two-story gate and main hall are designated Important Cultural Properties. As the shrine associated with Zenrakuji (30th Sh…
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Origins
Tosa Jinja is the ichinomiya (highest-ranking shrine) of Tosa Province and has long served as the chief guardian shrine of the region. Its founding date is unknown, but the shrine is believed to date back to ancient times. The principal deities enshrined are Hitokoto-nushi-no-kami and Ajisuki-takahi…