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Kaitō Aso Shrine

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海東阿蘇神社

Kaitō Aso Shrine, founded in 1289, offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese worship and unique local traditions.

Kaitō Aso Shrine
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What it is

  • Shrine founded in 1289 by Takezaki Suenaga.
  • Established to pray for peace and national security.
  • Managed by the Shiraishi family.
  • Enshrines the twelve gods of Aso.

What to see

  • Monument dedicated to the god of ginger.
  • Deities include Takeiwatatsu-no-mikoto and Asotsuhime-no-mikoto.

When to go

  • Annual festival days are July 15 and October 15.
  • Dagonage Festival is held on the equinoxes.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

熊本県宇城市小川町西海東1294 Open in Google Maps

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