Candelabra - Nikko, Japan
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N 36° 45.457 E 139° 35.922
54S E 374919 N 4068900
This sign is next to the Revolving Lantern of Nikko Tosho-gu, a Shinto shrine in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.
Waymark Code: WMZ8C2
Location: Tochigi, Japan
Date Posted: 09/27/2018
Views: 5
Together with Futarasan Shrine and Rinno-ji, Nikko Tosho-gu forms the Shrines and Temples of Nikko UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 42 structures of the shrine included in the nomination. Five of them are designated as National Treasures of Japan, and three more as Important Cultural Properties.
The sign reads: "Candelabra - There are a number of large candelabras from overseas displayed in this area. This candelabra, also called the Revolving Lantern, was presented to the Shrine in 1636 by the Dutch government. It is so named because it begins to revolve automatically when the candles are lit. You will also notice candle brackets on the intricately carved fence that surrounds the main shrine."
Group that erected the marker: Nikko Tosho-gu
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
2301 Sannai
Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
321-1431
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