Isora Shrine
磯良神社
Isora Shrine, founded in the 9th century, offers unique blessings and a rare kappa statue.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to Isora-no-kami.
- Also known as Okappa-sama.
- Founded in 802 or 804.
- Offers blessings for water disaster protection, matchmaking, safe childbirth.
What to see
- Main deities are Empress Jingu and Sumiyoshi Sanjin.
- Sacred wooden kappa statue is enshrined.
- Kappa statue displayed every 60 years.
When to go
- Okappa-sama Festival held annually in July.
Getting there
- 40-minute drive from Furukawa Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
宮城県加美郡色麻町大字一ノ関字東苗代28 Open in Google Maps
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