Futarasan Jinja Shrine

“Three sacred peaks, one shrine binding them since the 8th century.”

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Futarasan Jinja Shrine is an ancient Shinto shrine in Nikko that was erected together with Rinnoji Temple in the 8th century and established the foundations for Nikko to become a major destination for pilgrims in east Japan. The shrine is dedicated to the worship of Nikko's three sacred mountains, Mt. Nantai, Mt. Nyoho and Mt. Taro.

Spot NameFutarasan Jinja Shrine
Postal Code〒321-1431
Address2307 Sannai, Nikko City, Tochigi
Telephone Number 0288-54-0535
Official URLhttp://www.futarasan.jp/
KeywordsHistory, Unesco World Heritage

Around Spots

Yunoko Lake

Yunoko Lake

Rinnoji Temple

Rinnoji Temple

Shinkyo Bridge

Shinkyo Bridge

Kegon No Taki Waterfall

Kegon No Taki Waterfall

Mt. Nantai

Mt. Nantai

Nikko Toshogu Shrine

Nikko Toshogu Shrine

Frequently asked questions

What is Futarasan Jinja Shrine?
Three sacred peaks, one shrine binding them since the 8th century.
Where is Futarasan Jinja Shrine?
Futarasan Jinja Shrine is located at 2307 Sannai, Nikko City, Tochigi.
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