Akita Suwa Shrine
秋田諏訪宮
Akita · Misato
Suwa Agriculture
Sawara Suwa Shrine
佐原諏訪神社
/ Sawara Suwa Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
15 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Sawara Suwa Shrine is the center of the Sawara Grand Festival, one of the three great float festivals in the Kanto region, designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The festival features massive ornate floats paraded through the preserved Edo-era merchant district.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of wind, water, and martial arts; protector of warriors; enshrined at Suwa Grand Shrine
Blessings
Shrine Network
Suwa branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.8905, 140.4996
Physical Address
I-1020 Sawara, Katori, Chiba
千葉県香取市佐原イ1020
Historical Province
Shimosa / Kazusa / Awa
Access
Sawara Station (JR Narita Line)
15 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Best Times to Visit
autumn
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Sawara Suwa Shrine?
Sawara Suwa Shrine is the center of the Sawara Grand Festival, one of the three great float festivals in the Kanto region, designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The festival features massive ornate floats paraded through the preserved Edo-era merchant district.
Where is Sawara Suwa Shrine located?
Sawara Suwa Shrine is located in Katori, Chiba. The full address is: I-1020 Sawara, Katori, Chiba.