Kamitani-tachi-no-Miya

What it is

• Originally two shrines, Kamitani and Tachinomiya.
• Revered as a local shrine in the Kumihama area.
• Main deity is Tanba-no-Michinushi-no-Mikoto.

What to see

• Sacred sword Kunimi-no-Tsurugi is the divine object.
• Kamitani Shrine main hall is in Taisha-zukuri style.
• Reference Hall is part of former Kumihama Prefectural Office.
• Hachiman Shrine main hall, gate, and torii are registered.
• Entire shrine grounds are a cultural property preservation area.

When to go

• Autumn festival is a representative Tango region event.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.