Candelabra - Nikko, Japan
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N 36° 45.457 E 139° 35.922
54S E 374919 N 4068900
This Revolving Lantern, a gift of the Dutch government, is located at Nikko Tosho-gu, a Tosho-gu Shinto shrine located in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.
Waymark Code: WMZ8C1
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Date Posted: 09/27/2018
Views: 2
Together with Futarasan Shrine and Rinno-ji, it 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."
Country or International City that Gave the Gift: Netherlands
Country or International City that Received the Gift: Japan
Website Verifying this Item as a Gift from Another Country or International City: Not listed
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