Kamo Shrine
加茂神社
An ancient shrine in Imizu founded in 1066, famous for its traditional festivals and Kamakura period archaeological ruins.
What it is
- Established in 1066 via a transfer from the Kamo Shrine in Kyoto.
- Dedicated to the deities Tamayorihime-no-mikoto and Kamo Takezunumi-no-mikoto.
- Served as the central shrine for the historic Kuragaki estate.
- Adjacent to ruins where excavations revealed residences from the Kamakura period.
What to see
- The Chigo-mai dance, designated as a national important intangible cultural property.
- Two lion heads preserved as municipal tangible cultural properties.
- The Kifune, Tomi, and Inaho sub-shrines located on the grounds.
- The Ushinori ceremony, which is a unique ritual performed at the site.
When to go
- The Yansanma Festival takes place annually on May 4th.
Getting there
- Accessible by car from Kureha and Kosugi stations.
- On-site parking is available for visitors arriving by vehicle.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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