Hibita Shrine

What it is

• Ancient shrine, candidate for Engishiki Jinmyocho listing.
• Also known as Koyasu Myojin.
• Dedicated to Kamuatakaashitsuhime-no-mikoto.
• Revered as a guardian deity for safe childbirth.

What to see

• Worship hall pillars thinned by visitors taking shavings.
• Painting by Utagawa Kunitsune is dedicated here.
• Ema is a Prefectural Important Cultural Property.
• Nagi tree is a City Designated Preserved Tree.

Getting there

• One-minute walk from Myojin-mae bus stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.