Atago Shrine (Kasama)

What it is

• One of Japan's three major fire-prevention shrines.
• Founded in the year 806.
• Enshrines Izanagi-no-Okami and Kagutsuchi-no-Mikoto.
• Historically revered by feudal lords.

What to see

• Located on Mount Atago, 305 meters high.
• Part of the Tsukuba Mountains.
• Izuna Shrine is at the mountain summit.
• Area is part of a Prefectural Natural Park.
• Hiking course is one of Ibaraki's 100 scenic spots.

When to go

• Annual festival is the "Akutai Matsuri" (Abuse Festival).

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.