Chikugo-no-kuni Aso Shrine

What it is

• Founded in 1337 by Era (Aso) Koresumi.
• A divided spirit moved to this location in 1622.
• The move was due to a donation from Ono Izuminokami.
• The shrine will be 400 years old in 2022.

When to go

• Otaue Festival is on the first Sunday of March.
• The Otaue Festival is a designated cultural property.
• Children participate as 'saotome' in the Otaue Festival.
• The festival prays for a bountiful harvest.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.