Hirakawa-shinmeisha

What it is

• A shrine in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture.
• Founded by residents of Hirakawa Shinden.
• Dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and Mizuhanome-no-kami.
• Designated a village shrine in the early Meiji era.

What to see

• The crest is "Sanbon Sugi" (three cedars).
• A sacred Sudajii tree over 300 years old.
• The tree is one of "Toyohashi's 100 Giant and Famous Trees."

When to go

• Annual festival is on the second Sunday of October.
• Tezutsu Hanabi are offered at the eve festival.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.