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Ikomayamaguchi Shrine

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生駒山口神社

Ancient shrine in Nara dedicated to powerful deities, known for its unique folk cultural property.

Ikomayamaguchi Shrine
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What it is

  • Ancient Shikinaisha shrine listed in Engishiki Jinmyocho.
  • Enshrines Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Kushinadahime-no-Mikoto.
  • Also known as Takinomiya, formerly dedicated to Gozu Tenno.
  • One of the historic Yamaguchi Jissha shrines.

What to see

  • Several subsidiary shrines are on the grounds.
  • A stone carved with 正一位白一大明神 is enshrined.

When to go

  • Attend the 'Ohakitsuki' event.
  • Ohakitsuki is a designated intangible folk cultural property.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

奈良県生駒郡平群町櫟原5-1 Open in Google Maps

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