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Hokan Shrine

Kamaishi City

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History / CultureShrines / Temples

    It is said that Yoshitsune and his servants, who escaped from Hiraizumi, rested at this Takarahama beach along the Torijugawa River. Hokan Shrine was built by the ancestors of this area and was named ``Hokan Okami'' in honor of Yoshitsune. The shrine was burnt down in 1899, and a stone shrine now stands.

    Location
    Katakishi-cho, Kamaishi City
    Inquiries
    Kamaishi City Lifelong Learning and Sports Division
    Phone number 0193-22-8835
    FAX number 0193-24-3185
    Website
    http://www.city.kamaishi.iwate.jp/Open in new tab
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