"Mitsumine Shrine" in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture - A healing shrine where you will be greeted by droopy-eared lion dogs

Mitsumine Shrine, located in Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture, is a shrine that is said to have been founded during the Kyoho era (1716-1736). It is beloved by locals as it is said to bring good luck to sericulture and prosperity in business. Unlike Mitsumine Shrine in Chichibu, it enshrines the gods of Suwa Taisha Shrine, and was formed into its current form during the Meiji period when three surrounding shrines were merged with it.    ⸻ Basic information • Address: 1588 Shi, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture • Phone number: 0278-62-3338 • Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from JR Joetsu Line "Gokan Station" • Parking: Available (parking space past the torii gate) • Official information: Minakami Town Tourism Association    ⸻ Sightseeing •Lap-eared lion dogs: Lap-eared lion dogs welcome visitors and create a friendly atmosphere. •Atmosphere of the grounds: The quiet grounds surrounded by trees are the perfect place to calm your mind.   Minakami Mitsumine Shrine is a shrine that is attractive for its quiet environment and unique lion dogs. When you visit, be sure to pay attention to the lop-eared lion dogs. #Minakami Mitsumine Shrine #Gunma Shrine Tour #Red Torii #Lap-eared Komainu #Good Luck in Silkworm Farming #Prosperous Business #Minakami Tourism #Goshuin Tour #Healing Shrines #Gunma Power Spots #0 Yen Trip