Chikatsu Shrine
近津神社
Ancient shrine founded by Yamato Takeru, home to a massive 1200-year-old cedar tree.
What it is
- Also called Shimonimiya Chikatsu Shrine.
- Founded by Yamato Takeru.
- Shrine building constructed in 707.
What to see
- Hoko Sugi tree is a designated natural monument.
- Tree is 43 meters tall, 9.6 meters trunk circumference.
- Hoko Sugi tree is over 1200 years old.
When to go
- Rice Planting Festival held annually on summer solstice.
- Festival practiced since the mid-Edo period.
Getting there
- 5-minute walk from Shimonomiya Station.
- Shimonomiya Station is on the JR Suigun Line.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
茨城県久慈郡大子町下野宮1626 Open in Google Maps
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