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Iwakiyama Jinja
岩木山神社
Religion
AffiliationShinto
DeityIwakiyama-no-ōkami
TypeBeppyo Shrine
OwnershipAssociation of Shinto Shrines
Governing bodyAssociation of Shinto Shrines
Location
CountryJapan
AdministrationAssociation of Shinto Shrines
Glossary of Shinto

Iwakiyama Jinja is a Beppyo Shrine.[1] Beppyo Shrines are especially important Shinto Shrines in Japan which have historical significance or a large amount of staff and revenue.[1] All original Kanpei-sha and Kokuhei-sha in the Modern system of ranked Shinto shrines were the initial Beppyo Shrines, but over time more shrines were added to this category based on their current status or historical significance which was overlooked in the older system.[1]

History

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Iwakiyama Jinja is located in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Iwakiyama-no-ōkami, the deity of Mount Iwaki, a prominent feature in the region.[2] The shrine has a long history and is an important cultural and religious site in the area.

References

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  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 "【マップ付】全国の『別表神社』一覧&御朱印巡り情報も | 開運戦隊ゴシュインジャー" [List of "Beppyo Shrines" nationwide & information on visiting shrines for goshuin | Good Luck Sentai Goshuinger (Map included)]. jinja-gosyuin.com. Archived from the original on 2024-02-21. Retrieved 2024-06-21.
  2. "岩木山神社" [Iwakiyama Jinja]. iwakisan.com. Retrieved 2024-06-21.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)