Chikōzu Kashima Shrine
近津鹿島神社
Ancient shrine in Kumamoto City, enshrining a unique horse-shaped stone and celebrating a vibrant Fire God Festival.
What it is
- Shrine founded in 893 by Fujiwara Yasunori.
- Dedicated to Takemikazuchi-no-kami.
- Renamed Kashima-gu.
- Revered by Hayashi Ōen.
What to see
- A large stone shaped like a horse.
- The stone is the sacred body of Kashima Okami.
When to go
- Known for the 'Fire God Festival'.
- Grand festival held on October 14.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
熊本市西区松尾町近津953 Open in Google Maps
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