Ube shrine, Tottori

Name: Ube shrine
Address: 651 Miyanoshita, Kokufucho, Tottori, 680-0151, Japan
Telephone: +81 857-22-5025

#10 among attractions in Tottori

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Ube Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Tottori, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. The shrine having been the most renowned shrine in the province is famous for its many benefits including the protection of children, prosperity, and longevity of life. The main building of the shrine was once printed on the 5-yen banknote. ()

Local name: 宇倍神社 Coordinates: 35°28'51"N, 134°16'8"E

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651 Miyanoshita, KokufuchoTottori 680-0151 Japan

Contact

+81 857-22-5025

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Nearby attractions include: Tottori Sand Dunes, Axis Bird Stadium, Watanabe Art Museum, Sand Museum.

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Sand dune, Nature, Beach
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Museum, Specialty museum
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Museum, Art museum
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Museum, Historical place
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Temple
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Museum, History museum
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Museum, Art museum
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