Hikawa Shrine

氷川神社

shrine in Saitama

#1 in Saitama / #252 in Japan

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Hikawa Shrine in Saitama, Japan, is a prominent Shinto shrine with historical significance and cultural importance. Located in Omiya, a district of Saitama City, this shrine is part of a network of Hikawa Shrines, with this particular one being the head shrine. It is dedicated to the Shinto deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto, known as the god of sea and storms. The shrine grounds feature an expansive approach lined with ancient trees, creating a serene and majestic atmosphere.

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