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Muroran Hachimangu Shrine - Hokkaido

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Muroran Hachimangu Shrine ( 室蘭郡総鎮守 室蘭八幡宮 ) is the main shrine of the city. It is located at 2 Chome-9-3 Kaigancho in Muroran City, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Muroran Hachimangu Shrine Muroran Hachimangu Shrine details Muroran Hachimangu Shrine has a rich history and holds significance both culturally and economically. Established in the Meiji era, the shrine was initially known as "Kujira Hachiman" due to its connection with a stranded whale that was sold to fund its construction. Over time, it evolved into a prestigious site, attracting visitors and playing an important role in the local community. Muroran Hachimangu Shrine - Muroran City, Hokkaido Prefecture In 1869 (Meiji 2), the shrine was established as the "Muroran District Ruling General Guardian Shrine" and was initially located in Sakimori-cho, Uchiha. It was enshrined with a branch spirit from the Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine . However, in 1874 (Meiji 7), funds from the sale of a stranded whale facilit

Japan Diaries 4: Day 343

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Day 343: October 10, 2022 Monday – Sports Day / 10.8-10 Family Roadtrip D3 It's a cold wet morning here in Muroran City ( 室蘭市 ) today.  The view from our room on the 7th floor of APA Hotel Muroran Time for breakfast.  Our three-day, long weekend road trip comes to an end today. Before leaving for home, we had intended to visit Date City ( 伊達市 ) and the town of Sobetsu ( 壮瞥町 ), but the weather forecast called for significant rainfall today. It was true, so we had to make some serious adjustments to our plans for today. Yum! Itadakemasu! Muroran manhole cover Bye for now, APA Hotel Muroran After breakfast, we checked out of APA Hotel Muroran at around 9:30 AM. Our Muroran City itinerary was one of those plans that were radically changed today. I had to remove all the outdoor destinations from the list of places to visit.  Muroran Hachimangu Shrine torii gate Muroran Hachimangu Shrine Regardless, I made sure to keep two which are Muroran Hachimangu Shrine and the Muroran Roadsid

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