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[Okinawa] A shrine in Ginowan City where you can also visit the cave

Futenma Shrine is one of the eight Ryukyu Okinawa shrines. Every year, large votive plaques with cute pictures are displayed, and it seems to be a popular spot for locals to visit the shrine for the New Year. A cave is adjacent to the main hall, and anyone can visit the inside of the cave! The inside of the cave is cool and has a mysterious atmosphere. You can also see the main hall with its typical Okinawan red roof tiles, so be sure to stop by when you're traveling! ------------------------------------------- 📍1-27-10 Futenma, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture 🕰️ 9:30-18:00 ------------------------------------------- #Seasonal places in Japan #Okinawa trip #Okinawa sightseeing

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Posted: Jan 31, 2025

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