Religious site
Our Lady of Akita
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Our Lady of Akita is a Catholic shrine located in the city of Akita, Japan. It is known for a series of reported Marian apparitions that occurred in the 1970s, witnessed by Sister Agnes Katsuko Sasagawa. The shrine features a wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, which is said to have shed tears. Pilgrims and visitors come to pray and reflect in the peaceful chapel and grounds. The site holds significance for both local Catholics and international pilgrims interested in modern Marian apparitions.
Don't miss
- The wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, associated with reported miracles
- The chapel and prayer garden for quiet reflection
- Exhibits explaining the history of the apparitions
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Our Lady of Akita
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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