Takebe taisha, Otsu

Name: Takebe taisha
Address: 1-16-1 Jinryo, Otsu, 520-2132, Japan
Telephone: +81 77-545-0038

#9 among attractions in Otsu

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Takebe Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is the ichinomiya of former Ōmi Province. The main kami enshrined are Ōkuninushi and Yamato Takeru. The shrine's main festival is held annually on April 15. ()

Local name: 建部大社 Architectural style: Nagare-zukuriCoordinates: 34°58'24"N, 135°54'50"E

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1-16-1 JinryoOtsu 520-2132 Japan

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+81 77-545-0038

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Nearby attractions include: Daigo-ji, Omi Shrine, Ishiyama-dera, Miidera Temple.

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