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Tokugawa Toshogu (Ota)
群馬県
A Toshogu in Serada, the claimed birthplace of the Tokugawa clan, conveying the roots of the Tokugawa who claimed Nitta descent
Founded
1617
Type
Shrine
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15 min walk from Tobu Serada Station
Serada-cho, Ota, Gunma
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Shrine
Founded 1617
409 years
Enshrined Deity
徳川家康
Overview
A Toshogu shrine in Ota conveying the history of the Tokugawa clan's place of origin. The Tokugawa claimed descent from the Nitta clan, venerating this area of Nitta Manor as their ancestral land. A must-visit for Gunma history fans, symbolizing the connection between the Nitta and Tokugawa clans. The Tokugawa triple-hollyhock crest appears throughout the grounds, showing shogunal ties. Together w…
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Origins
Founded in 1617 as a Toshogu shrine to enshrine Tokugawa Ieyasu in the Ota area. The Tokugawa claimed Tokugawa Yoshisue, descendant of Nitta Yoshishige, as their ancestor, valuing this as their place of origin. During the Kan'ei era, the third Shogun Iemitsu ordered shrine construction, elevating it…
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Divine Benefits
Martial Fortune
Warding Off Evil
Career Advancement
Victory in contests, sports, and critical challenges. Rooted in warrior-deity shrines such as Hachiman and Suwa.
Derived from the enshrined deity "徳川家康"
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