Jogu Shrine

What it is

• Formerly an auxiliary shrine of Kehi Jingu.
• Known as a god of safe childbirth.
• Revered as a guardian of navigation and fishing.

What to see

• Main hall rebuilt in 1713.
• Main hall is a Fukui Prefecture tangible cultural property.
• Worship hall and middle gate are cultural properties.
• Korean bell is a designated National Treasure.
• Korean bell dates from the Unified Silla period.

When to go

• Annual festival is held on July 22nd.

Getting there

• Accessible by bus from Tsuruga Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.