Yoshimizu Shrine

吉水神社
shrine in Yoshino
#2 in Yoshino / #926 in Japan
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by KENPEI
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Yoshimizu Shrine, located in Yoshino, Japan, is a historically significant Shinto shrine that offers visitors a glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage. Originally serving as a residence for monks during the Heian period, the shrine later became a retreat for Emperor Go-Daigo during the Nanboku-cho period. Notably, Yoshimizu Shrine is recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range." It is also renowned for its stunning cherry blossoms in spring, which attract numerous visitors each year.


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