Kumano Shrine, South Seas Mandate

Name: Kumano Shrine
Address: 3476-1 Miyauchi, South Seas Mandate, 992-0472, Japan
Telephone: +81 238-47-7777

#2 among attractions in South Seas Mandate

Top attraction, Sacred and religious sites, Temple

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Kumano Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine in the Miyauchi neighborhood of the city of Nan'yō, Yamagata, in the Tohoku region of northern Japan. It is commonly referred to as the "Kumano Taisha", although the shrine does not officially have a "Taisha" designation. The shrine is one of the three main centers of the Kumano cult within Shintoism. ()

Local name: 熊野神社 Established: 806 (1218 years ago)Coordinates: 38°4'41"N, 140°8'13"E

Address

3476-1 MiyauchiSouth Seas Mandate 992-0472 Japan

Contact

+81 238-47-7777

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Kumano Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Inarimori Kofun, Hinata Caves, Hibakoiwa Caves, Nagai.

2.9 miSE
Archaeological site
Inarimori Kofun, South Seas Mandate
74 min walk • The Inarimori Kofun is the name of an archaeological site containing a large Kofun period keyhole-shaped burial mound located in what is now part of the city of Nan'yō, Yamagata in the Tōhoku region of northern Japan.
4.8 miSE
Archaeological site
Hinata Caves, Takahata
124 min walk • The Hinata Caves is an archaeological site with a cave dwelling in use from the early through late Jōmon period, located in what is now part of the town of Takahata, Yamagata in the Tōhoku region of Japan. The site was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1977.
4.7 miSE
Archaeological site
Hibakoiwa Caves, Takahata
120 min walk • The Hibakoiwa Caves is an archaeological site containing the ruins of a Jōmon period cave dwelling located in what is now part of the town of Takahata, Yamagata in the Tōhoku region of northern Japan. The site was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1983.
5.7 miW
City
Nagai
145 min walk • One of the must-visit attractions in Nagai is the Nagai Park, a spacious and well-maintained park that is perfect for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful picnic. The park is particularly popular during the cherry blossom season, when the trees burst into a stunning...
7.1 miSW
Town
Kawanishi
180 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Kawanishi is the scenic Chokai Mountain, which stands at an impressive 2,236 meters tall. Hiking enthusiasts will delight in the opportunity to conquer this majestic peak, with trails ranging from leisurely strolls to challenging...

Kumano Shrine, South Seas Mandate

Facts and practical information

Kumano Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Inarimori Kofun, South Seas Mandate

Hinata Caves, Takahata

Hibakoiwa Caves, Takahata

Nagai

Kawanishi