Erehiko Shrine
鉛練比古神社
A historic Shiga shrine founded by imperial descendants, rebuilt after battle and relocated for modern infrastructure development.
What it is
- A shrine dedicated to the deities Oyamakui no Kami and Amenohiboko no Mikoto
- Founded by the descendants of Amenohiboko no Mikoto in Nagahama City
- Reconstructed in 1602 after the original buildings were destroyed in the Battle of Shizugatake
- Designated as a village shrine in 1876 and listed in the historic Engishiki Jinmeicho
What to see
- Modern shrine buildings constructed in 1980 following a highway project
- The Konoe Peony which serves as the official shrine crest
- Smaller auxiliary shrines on the grounds including Atago Shrine and Kitano Shrine
When to go
- The annual shrine festival is held every year on April 14th
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Erehiko Shrine Open in Google Maps
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