Asahara Shrine
浅原神社
Asahara Shrine, a historic village shrine, offers unique sumo and firework events.
What it is
- Originally a private shrine for the Yoshiwara family.
- Became a village shrine in 1873.
- Several shrines merged into it in 1908.
What to see
- Niigata Prefecture's first authorized sumo ring.
When to go
- 108 fireworks launched on New Year's Eve.
- Spring festival held on April 25th.
- Sumo tournament held on September 10th mornings.
- Katakai Festival is the autumn festival.
Getting there
- 3-minute walk from Katakai Sannomachi bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
新潟県小千谷市片貝町6548 Open in Google Maps
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