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Suwa Taisha Kamisha Maemiya

諏訪大社上社前宮

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Maemiya’s present main hall was built in 1932 using materials from Ise.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Sanctuary
The sanctuary stands on higher ground above Uchimitama Hall.
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Uchimitama Hall
Hall associated with sacred treasures believed to hold the ancestral spirit of Suwa Myojin.
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Jikkenro Hall
Long ritual hall where the Ontosai ceremony is held.
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Building 4
Mapped building; its name and use await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
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Building 5
Mapped building; its name and use await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Maemiya is about two kilometres east of Honmiya.

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