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Fujikiri Shrine

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藤切神社

Fujikiri Shrine is an ancient shrine on Chigusa Pass, revered by the Sasaki clan.

Fujikiri Shrine
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What it is

  • Founded in 781 by Nakatomino Kiyomaro.
  • Dedicated to three deities: Tagorihime, Ichikishimahime, Okitsuhime.
  • Became a village shrine in 1876.
  • Crest is Hidari Mitsu Tomoe.

What to see

  • Current shrine building dates from 1802.
  • Located on the Chigusa Pass.
  • Kasuga Shrine is a subordinate shrine.

When to go

  • Fire Prevention Festival is on January 8.
  • Annual Festival is on April 5.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

滋賀県東近江市甲津畑町214 Open in Google Maps

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