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Chojasan Shinra Shrine

Chojasan Shinra Shrine

長者山新羅神社

Aomori · Tohoku

A hilltop shrine in central Hachinohe founded in 1678 by Nanbu Naomasa, the second lord of the Hachinohe domain, as a guardian shrine for his territory. Its main hall and worship hall are designated prefectural treasures for their Edo-period carving and joinery, and the approach climbs a long flight of steps from the surrounding streets. The shrine is one of the three that jointly stage the Hachinohe Sansha Taisai float festival, and it hosts the dedication dance of the Hachinohe Enburi on 17 February each year.

Why it's hidden

Central but elevated and set back from the shopping streets, so it stays empty outside the two festival dates.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Hon-Hachinohe Station
Website
aomori-tourism.com/spot/detail_8711.html

Today

Open 24 hours

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

shrinehistoryarchitecturequietfree

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