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Kamisaki Shrine

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神前神社

Kamisaki Shrine: a historic site dedicated to children, featuring unique festivals and ancient artifacts.

Kamisaki Shrine
Asturio Cantabrio CC BY-SA 4.0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • Shrine founded where Emperor Jimmu landed.
  • Moved to its current location in 1612.
  • Enshrines Kamuyamatoiwarehiko-no-mikoto.
  • Known as the 'god of children' shrine.

What to see

  • A well called 'Kami-no-i' behind the main hall.
  • Floats from the Kamezaki Shiohi Matsuri.

When to go

  • Mushifusai ritual is held in June.
  • Kamezaki Shiohi Matsuri is a UNESCO heritage event.

Getting there

  • 10-minute walk from Kamezaki Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

愛知県半田市亀崎町2丁目92番地 Open in Google Maps

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