Asama Shrine

A shrine that was built before the construction of Nagoya Jo castle

Original Text

Shimamichi, an old townscape that retains the remnants of the Edo period. There was Asama Shrine along the road. Although it is a small shrine in the old cityscape, it was built to blend in with the surrounding old townscape. That should be it. This Asama Shrine is said to be one of the shrines that existed before the construction of Nagoya Castle.

Four roads の entrance

Original Text

A shrine at the entrance of Shigendo, a castle town of Nagoya Castle. The deity is Kihanakai Yahime. According to Owari Shi, it is recorded that it was relocated to this place in １６４７, but its foundation is unknown. However, there is no doubt that it is an old shrine. In the precincts, there are many zelkova and camphor trees that are ３００ years old or older. You can feel the long history of Asama Shrine on the large tree designated as a preservation tree in the city.

A shrine near the entrance of Shimado

Original Text

The Shimado area where old buildings remain in Nagoya. It is a shrine around the entrance. The precincts are small, but large trees line up and you can feel the old history.

Torii in the building

Original Text

From Marunouchi Station of Nagoya Subway, cross the Nakabashi over the Horikawa River and you will see "Asama Shrine" in front of you. It's located on the Shikemichi, so let's go along with a walk.

A shrine enshrined in the stone monument of Shima do road

Original Text

It is a small shrine located at the southern end of the Shikendo and sits in front of a stone monument indicating the beginning. １６４７ It seems that it was moved to this place in the year. It is a shrine with a narrow frontage and a deep depth, covered with trees ３００ Over-year-old camphor trees and zelkova, making you feel the history of a quiet atmosphere.