Inori no Mori祈りの杜working title

Shinto shrine

Chinzei Taisha Suwa Jinja

鎮西大社 諏訪神社(ちんぜいたいしゃ/すわじんじゃ)

Nagasaki, Nagasaki Prefecture

A shrine affectionately called "Osuwa-san" in Nagasaki. It enshrines the three shrines of Suwa, Morisaki and Sumiyoshi, and is also the stage for the Nagasaki Kunchi festival.

English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む

Prayers associated with this place

Chief enshrined kami: Suwa Ōkami (Takeminakata no Kami and Yasakatome no Kami)

History and things to know

The chief enshrined kami, Suwa Ōkami, are Takeminakata no Kami and Yasakatome no Kami. The official guide introduces faith for protection from misfortune, good relationships and protection at sea, along with festivals rooted in the life of Nagasaki.

Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.

Related kami and buddhas

Before you visit

Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.

Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)

How to visit a shrine or a temple: one example

Sources (in Japanese)

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