Kaizukatō Shrine (Yatsushiro)

What it is

• A shrine dedicated to the spirit of the famous warrior Kato Kiyomasa.
• Founded in 1822 by Kanogoki Ryohei to honor successful land reclamation.
• The site transitioned from a Buddhist temple to a Shinto shrine.
• Designated as a village shrine in 1870.

What to see

• The main shrine grounds where the spirit was invited from Honmyoji Jochi-byo.
• Kaizuka Shrine, which serves as an auxiliary shrine on the premises.
• Wago Shrine, another auxiliary shrine located within the grounds.

When to go

• The annual grand festival takes place on September 24.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.